Due to their natures and smaller builds, children and pets are more vulnerable during pest control treatments – and afterwards too. Pets love to sniff around, especially when there are new and exciting smells, and little kids tend to grab anything they can possibly get their hands on. This is why you need to keep an extremely close eye on them.
You need to ensure that your pets don’t lick anything that could harm them, and that your children don’t touch the bait boxes or other pest control measures that have been put in place.
If you want to ensure you keep your little ones and furry friends safe when treating your home for pests, these tips can help.
Types of Pesticides Used in Pest Control
Before discussing our top tips for keeping your little ones and pets safe, it’s important to educate yourself on the types of pesticides that may be used by pest control specialists on your property.- Insecticides
- Rodenticides
How to Prepare Your Home for Pest Control Treatment
After you’ve booked an appointment with pest control treatment specialists there are a few precautions you should take in your home. By implementing the following tips, you are more than likely to guard your children and pets against potential poisoning or harm:- Prepare your treatment area by removing all pet bedding, toys, food dishes, and anything else that your pets might pick up with their mouths.
- Do the same to your children’s rooms by removing any bedding, toys, and playpens. Anything that your kids might pick up or chew should be kept away from pest control specialists.
- Store all food, both for your children and your pets (and yourself), away from the treatment area. Normally, cabinets and fridges are also sprayed down as they are good breeding grounds for pests, so store your food elsewhere.
- Where possible, place all terrariums, aquariums, and other animal cages away from the treatment area. You’ll want to keep these clean and safe at all costs.
- When the treatment is ongoing, as well as after the treatment is complete, allow the pesticides adequate time to dry. Keep your children and pets away from the treatment area. It’s a good idea to let them visit friends, family, or the park while the treatment is underway, as this completely removes them from harm. Once the spray has dried, the area will be safe to re-inhabit.