Tuesday, September 18, 2012
According to Dr. Nelson's Veterinary Blog, bed bugs are not picky about who they bite. This means that your pet is just as much at risk as you are. It is also important to note that animals do not actually carry these pests so don't blame Fido if you're unlucky enough to have an outbreak in your home.
Bed bugs like to live in dark crevices in furniture like...well...beds and usually only crawl out at night to attack their prey. If you notice that your pet is scratching more than usual, be sure to check their bed for the telltale signs of an infestation: tiny blood spots and/or bed bug dirt (feces). If you do find bed bugs, my research tells me that one of the best ways to kill them is in the dryer. Although they tend to thrive in warmer climates, they can't stand anything over 120 degrees Fahrenheit or 49 degrees Celcius. Ten to twenty minutes should do the trick.
A great way to protect your pet from the nuissance of bed bugs is to set them up with one of our organic pet beds stuffed with natural rubber. Not only do they offer joint support but they are also bed bug and dust mite inhibiting. Because the best way to deal with bed bugs is not to deal with them at all! But if you do need some advice on treating and infestation, check out Richard Cooper's Bed Bugs 101. I hope you never have to use it!
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