When you’re dealing with a pest problem, ensuring your pets’ safety during treatments is just as important as eliminating unwanted pests. While most modern pest control methods are designed to be pet-friendly, it’s still essential to take precautions to keep your furry, feathered, or scaled friends safe.
At On Demand Pest Control, we prioritize the well-being of your entire household—including your pets. Here’s how to prepare for pest control treatments while keeping your pets safe.
Talk to Your Pest Control Professional
Before scheduling a pest control service, always discuss the specifics of the treatment with your technician. At On Demand Pest Control, we assess your needs and advise on the safest methods based on your home environment and pets.
We’ll also provide detailed instructions on any necessary preparations, so you’re equipped to create a safe space for your pets during treatment.
Contain Your Pets for Their Safety
Regardless of the size or type of treatment, it’s important to secure your pets during service to avoid any exposure.
- Dogs and Cats: Keep them in a crate, carrier, or a separate room away from treatment areas.
- Birds, Fish, and Reptiles: Move tanks and cages away from treated areas, and cover them securely to prevent exposure to fumes or residues. For sensitive pets like birds or fish, you may want to temporarily relocate them.
- Small Pets: Hamsters, guinea pigs, and rabbits should be moved to a safe space away from the pest control area.
This not only keeps your pets safe but also prevents distractions or interruptions during the technician’s visit.
Special Considerations for More Intensive Treatments
While many pest control treatments focus on cracks and crevices, some more intensive treatments—like flea extermination or fumigation—may require you and your pets to leave the home temporarily.
Key steps to prepare:
- Ask your technician how long your pets need to be out of the home.
- Arrange a safe space, such as a friend’s home, pet boarding service, or outdoor kennel.
- Remove or cover food bowls, bedding, and toys to protect them from exposure.
For pets with sensitivities, extra care should be taken to minimize their exposure to chemicals, even in cases of low-risk treatments.
Inform Your Technician About All Pets
When preparing for pest control services, don’t forget to inform your technician about all pets in your household—not just cats and dogs. Birds, reptiles, amphibians, and fish can be more sensitive to certain treatments, so it’s crucial to plan ahead.
Providing this information in advance allows us to recommend specific preparations, such as removing or covering aquariums and ensuring proper ventilation.
Post-Treatment Precautions
After the treatment is complete:
- Wait for any recommended drying or ventilation periods before allowing pets to re-enter treated areas.
- Clean surfaces that your pets frequently touch, such as floors, bedding, and toys, to remove residues.
- Monitor your pets for any unusual behavior after re-entry and contact a veterinarian if needed.
Trust the Experts for Safe Pest Control
When it comes to protecting your home and loved ones—including your pets—you need experienced professionals who understand the importance of safety. At On Demand Pest Control, our certified technicians use targeted treatments designed to be both effective and pet-friendly.
Contact us today to schedule your pest control service and let us help you maintain a pest-free, pet-safe home!
