Fleas

Cockroaches

Prevention is the best way to manage fleas so you don't need to use flea sprays or foggers.  To prevent fleas from becoming a problem in your home:

• Put towels or rugs that you can wash in places where pets sleep.  Wash bedding in hot water every week.

• Comb pets with a fleas comb to remove any fleas.

• Vacuum carpets and furniture often where pets usually lie or sit.

• Ask your vet about a spot-on treatment or an oral treatment to keep fleas from infesting your pet.

There are safer and more effective ways to control cockroaches in your home than using a fogger. 

• Eliminate their food, water and hiding places.
• Repair plumbing leaks.
• Store food in sealed containers and keep pet dishes covered.
• Keep stove tops, counters and floors clean of grease and food.
• Caulk cracks where roaches hide.
• Use sticky traps to find the areas where roaches are most active.  Then place boric acid or low toxicity baits in those areas.
• Professionals can use methods such as vacuuming roaches out of cracks and placing gel baits to control them without using insecticide sprays.