03.06.2017 11:00:00

Alternative EarthCare Explains 5 Ways East End Residents Can Protect Pets from Mosquito Bites

LONG ISLAND, N.Y., June 3, 2017 /PRNewswire-iReach/ -- Alternative EarthCare has been providing quality residential and commercial services across Long Island, New York since 1996. Specializing in tick, flea, and Long Island mosquito spraying, traditional lawn services (including aeration and seeding), irrigation system services, tree removal and pruning, and Christmas and holiday light installation, the team of professionals successfully caters to your needs in the least toxic, most organic way possible.

Don't forget the furry members of the family when addressing mosquito control. Mosquitoes can ruin time outdoors with their buzzing around and painfully itchy bites, but what's worse, is that mosquitoes can spread dangerous and even potentially fatal diseases to both people and pets. With illnesses such as West Nile Virus and Eastern Equine Encephalitis present in Long Island mosquitoes, taking preventative action is vital to protect people and pets. Alternative EarthCare explains five ways east end residents can protect pets from mosquito bites.

  • Avoid repellents made for humans and opt for a pet-safe alternative Mosquito repellents that are made for people are not made for dogs and cats and can pose a threat to them. Deet, a common ingredient in most store-bought repellents, is a great insect repellent for people, but is harmful to pets and can cause skin irritation, vomiting, and seizures. Human-grade ingredients can be so harmful that if a pet even licks some off your skin, you should contact your vet. Use pet-safe products that are formulated for animals. Many pet tick and flea repellents repel mosquitoes as well. Homemade options are also a good idea. Lemon Eucalyptus oil or a combination of geranium and soybean oils are easy to make and effective for minimizing mosquito bites on pets.
  • Eliminate mosquito breeding grounds on the property Eliminate standing water on the property. Even areas as small as some standing water in the bottom of a bucket is a potential breeding ground for mosquitoes.  Empty any containers with standing water, shake water pools off tarps, drill holes in garbage bins to drain water, and keep pet's drinking water inside or refresh regularly throughout the time spent outdoors.
  • Placerepelling plants around pet-play areas Planting marigolds, citronella grass, Ageratum, horsemint, and catmint around the property and areas where your pets play will help to minimize mosquito populations.
  • Avoid walks at times of peak mosquito activity It's not always easy to arrange the exact desired times of day to take the family dog for a walk or play outside, but when avoiding times of peak mosquito activity is possible, it should be. For most mosquito species in the U.S., activity peaks during dusk hours. When able, walk pets before dusk falls for their evening walk. Many species are also active at dawn, so waiting a little bit until the sun is fully up is a good idea when it's possible.
  • Obtain professional property treatments The best way to minimize mosquito populations on the property is by having regular professional spray treatments. Use a professional who offers both synthetic and organic treatment options to decide on the best course of action for the needs of the property and the family.

    • Serving both Suffolk and Nassau County, including the East End and the Hamptons, Alternative EarthCare mosquito spraying Long Island offers a variety of organic, non-toxic lawn care services for your home or business. In addition to beautifying and maintaining properties, the award-winning staff is also dedicated to the safety and health of their customers.

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    SOURCE Alternative EarthCare

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