Bed Bugs Are taking Over

by | Mar 22, 2010 | Tips

The Bed Bug problem in Ontario and around the world is getting worse not better. Bed Bugs are spreading rapidly throughout our society and getting foot holds everywhere they show up. Hotels and their patrons are increasingly at risk for infestations. Apartments and...

Mosquitoes won’t bite if they can’t take flight

by | Feb 23, 2010 | Tips

Mike Funston STAFF REPORTER Researchers believe they are on the cusp of a major breakthrough in combatting what one of them calls “the most dangerous animals in the world,” infecting millions of people and causing countless deaths in tropical countries. To...

Python hunting season set for South Florida

by | Feb 22, 2010 | Tips

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — State wildlife officials have created a special python hunting season to try to stop the spread of the nonnative snakes throughout the Everglades. The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission says anyone with a hunting license who...

Dogs and cats at risk as epidemic kills raccoons

by | Feb 18, 2010 | Tips

If you see a raccoon lying on a sidewalk in the middle of the day, call Toronto Animal Services — and keep your dog on a tight leash. The animal is likely sick and dying, and could infect your pet with a lethal strain of distemper, an epidemic that has killed...

Mr. Pest Control is awarded Reader’s Choice Award

by | Feb 22, 2009 | Tips

Mr. Pest Control is excited to announce that they have received the prestigious Reader’s Choice Award. Pete Bartonek, owner of Mr. Pest Control commented that “Winning the Reader’s Choice award for pest control is an honour, but to win it again is very exciting.” Mr....