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What Are No-See-Ums? And How to Get Rid of Them
Also known as biting midges or sandflies, no-see-ums are a family of small flies that resemble gnats and mostly feed on plant nectar. If their name didn’t give it away, they’re often impossible to see, as they're usually no more than 1–3 mm in size (about the size of the point of a pencil!). In fact, most people don’t realize they’ve encountered these bugs until they start to itch. You see, just like mosquitoes, female no-see-ums bite and drink blood, which they require to lay eggs.
What Bit Me? How to ID Common Bug Bites
Being able to properly identify a bug bite can not only help you more efficiently treat it, but can be critical in the event your bite becomes a serious medical concern.
4 Steps to Get Ready for Spring Bugs
Here are 4 steps to get ready for spring bugs:
1. START TREATING YOUR YARD NOW
2. SPRING CLEAN
3. START SPRAYING TROUBLE AREAS
4. PROTECT YOU, YOUR FAMILY, AND PETS
How to Prevent Tick Bites: 3 Easy Steps
Don’t worry, we have your back. Here are 3 tips to prevent potentially life-altering bites and keep ticks away from you and your pets through fall and winter.
6 Natural Bug Bite Remedies
Unfortunately, no matter how diligent you are with pest control and applying repellents, bug bites are still going to happen. The next time a bug leaves you with a red, itchy bump, try one of these 6 natural bug bite remedies.
7 Scary Deets About DEET
DEET is arguably the most popular bug repellent in the world. While DEET has one of the safer reputations among synthetic insecticides, it’s still an artificial chemical, and something we suggest thinking twice about before using around yourself, your family and pets.
4 Quick Tips to Protect You and Your Pets from Bug Bites
Spring is here and summer is just around the corner—which means bugs and bug bites are becoming increasingly more common. Seasonal vacations, backyard partying, and outdoor fun like hiking and camping all expose you, your family and pets to potentially harmful pests.
Mosquito Bites: Facts & Myths
Ever notice how mosquitoes tend to bite some individuals more than others? From the sweetness of your blood to what you eat and wear, the internet is abuzz with rumors about what does and does not attract mosquitoes.
6 Reasons You Can Feel Good about Switching to Cedarcide
Did you know over 1 billion pounds of synthetic pesticides are used worldwide every year? Here are 6 reasons you can feel good about switching to Cedarcide.
6 Tips for Hiking with Your Cat
You’ve probably heard of hiking with dogs, but did you know hiking with cats is also a thing? Adventure cats are quickly becoming a hot topic in pet circles, especially for those who spend considerable time outdoors.
7 Tips for Running with Your Dog
One of the cool things about dog ownership is that you’re never without a running partner. Check out the following tips to make your running routine safe, healthy and successful.
Camping with Your Dog: 8 Tips
Camping is one of the best bonding activities you can share with your dog. Plus, your pup will love it—there's a million things to smell, chase, look at and pee on. It's doggy heaven right here on earth. But to keep things safe and fun, you'll need the proper preparation.