Pets & Pest Control: Your Questions, Answered

At Mosquito Squad, we love our furry friends! We want them to be as happy as you do. Our pest control solutions are designed to help get rid of the pests that can disturb and potentially harm your pets. Our Mosquito Squad pest control treatments are designed to help you create an outdoor space where your pets can be comfortable.

Which common pests can endanger my pets?

Our pets are as vulnerable to pest-borne diseases as we are. Mosquitoes, ticks, and fleas are all associated with serious health conditions. Mosquitoes, for instance, are a leading cause of heartworm disease in dogs. This serious condition can affect their heart and lungs. Ticks, on the other hand, are notorious for carrying diseases like Lyme, babesiosis, and ehrlichiosis, which can lead to severe complications for both humans and pets. Fleas, too, are both irritating and potentially dangerous. They can cause allergic reactions and even transmit tapeworms.

What can I do to reduce the risk of my pet picking up ticks or fleas outside?

Pets can inadvertently bring pests like ticks and fleas indoors, especially if they spend a lot of time outdoors. Once inside, these pests can multiply quickly, posing a risk to both your pets and your family. Keeping your yard and home pest-controlled is an effective way to reduce this risk. With Mosquito Squad’s specialized pest control treatments, you can target common hotspots for ticks and fleas, helping to prevent these pests from establishing themselves in your pets’ favorite outdoor spots. For added protection, Mosquito Squad offers pest control packages designed for pet owners, which focus on minimizing tick and flea populations around your property, giving you peace of mind when your pet roams outdoors.

How can pest control help keep my pets protected?

The main function of our pest control treatments is to reduce the number of insects in your yard, which means fewer opportunities for your pets to encounter harmful pests. Our technicians target common breeding hotspots, resulting in dramatic reductions of mosquito, tick, and flea populations.

Is mosquito spraying okay for pets?

Yards that have been treated with mosquito control products are okay for pets to play in if those treatments are applied by a professional and the yard has been given appropriate time to dry. Mosquito Squad’s products are created to target insects specifically without affecting pets like dogs and cats. Once the spray has dried, it adheres to surfaces and is no longer airborne, at which point it is okay for pets to play.

How long after applying mosquito spray can pets go outside?

To allow the mosquito spray to fully settle, Mosquito Squad recommends keeping pets indoors for at least 30 minutes after treatment. This drying period ensures the product adheres completely to plants and surfaces in order to reduce the chance of any direct contact.

What steps should I take to prepare my home and yard before a pest control treatment?

It’s important to make sure your pets are properly prepared for a pest control treatment. First, make sure you’ve notified Mosquito Squad that pets live in your home. During the treatment itself, pets should be kept inside or in a secure area where they won’t come into contact with the products or technicians. This is because many pets may inadvertently put technicians at risk by charging gates or startling them as they work. Friendly or playful pets can also disrupt the treatment process by getting underfoot. Proper preparation will result in an efficient treatment where everyone is well-defended from pests.

How long do pest control treatments last, and when should I schedule follow-up treatments?

Mosquito Squad’s treatments are effective for up to 21 days. For best results, we recommend no more than three weeks between applications. We know scheduling can be a pain, so we offer a subscription plan that includes regular visits throughout peak mosquito and tick seasons, so you never have to worry about missing a treatment.