We have had bed bugs around for centuries. The Romans dealt with them, the Egyptians had them, and we have never gotten totally rid of them. They are…
Insects defend themselves in many different ways. Some insects have large claws. Some have strong mandibles. Some have stingers. But they all protect themselves in many…
Home owners shake with fear at the very word, “termite”. And rightfully so, these insects cause up to $5 billion dollars of damage annually. These wood eating creatures…
Insects are amazing creatures. They have learned to feed on all sorts of different things. From decaying plant and animal material, to the heavily processed foods of today,…
Rats have gotten themselves a bad name over the years. They are currently found on every continent, and continue to proliferate. Traveling with humans in boats and even…
These peaceful Oklahoma nights of summer are upon us. I enjoy a nice evening sitting on my back porch with my wife. We back up to a forest area, so it’s common to hear all sorts of sounds coming from the night. Owls, coyotes, frogs and the like are common. But…
Pets are part of our families. These “fur babies” as they are called, are just as loved as the rest of the family. But of course, they have specific issues that make them different. The animals in our lives need our love, affection and protection. One of the differences that dogs,…
Insects can be some of the most persistent organisms on the planet. And no other insect defines this as much as the cockroach. They can survive without their head, without food for a month and they can hold their breath. And if you’ve ever had roaches in your home (a Tulsa exterminator…
On any given sunny afternoon in Oklahoma, it is common to see bees buzzing about from flower to flower. They are busy bees, at their favorite pastime, collecting pollen. Even though these large insects can sting, they seldom do. Many people fear these gentle bugs, with little justification. The old adage…
There are many insects that can act as parasites on dogs and cats. These bugs often use their hosts for a place to live, harborage or food. They are seldom positive for your pets. Fleas and ticks are a great example of insects that parasite off of your cats and dogs. …