Dr. Toby Bateson, inventor of the worlds smallest vacuum cleaner and ZenPlugs Molded Ear Plug Kit, is hitting the market with another idea — this time for the pest control market. The emergency doctor created the RatMat, the “world’s first humane electrified rodent repellent flooring,” according to Insider Media Limited. The product aims to prevent pests from […]
Rodents
Rodents are a common pest that create problems for homeowners, food businesses, and many others. Learn more about rodent management tips and tricks.
‘Rat café’ patrons can drink coffee, adopt rodents
A new pop-up café will allow patrons to interact with and adopt rats after enjoying coffee, tea and snacks in...
Brooklyn man says drum-playing eliminated rat infestation
Property owner Solomon Shlomo of Brooklyn, N.Y., claims he scared off rats infesting his building by playing the drums, according to...
Pest nightmare: When mice invade your home turf
Just like how the cobbler’s son runs barefoot, and the barber’s son needs a haircut, my house mouse nightmare happened...
‘Truman’s’ lists rodent-transmitted diseases, health issues
Author’s Note: Information is taken from Truman’s Scientific Guide to Pest Management Operations, which is available at the PMP Bookstore....
What’s the most notable encounter you’ve had in a crawlspace?
“When I was out on an inspection in a crawlspace, it looked like it was raining mudtubes from the floor...
Rodent control: Understand habits, biology
Rodent control can sometimes be a tricky business. Rodents adapt well to any environment, and are very intelligent creatures. As...
Share rodent control precautions with customers
Placing a little more bait or a few extra traps around your accounts will not do what it takes to...
Place mouse glue board on top of MCT
Multiple-catch mouse traps (MCTs) are capable of catching up to 30 mice, depending on which trap you are using, because...
House mouse: The mightiest of mammals?
The house mouse (Mus musculus) is the model rodent for the cartoon icon Mighty Mouse, and its abilities are practically...
How to identify rodent entry points
Follow air movement and heat. That’s the best method for identifying rodent entry points. In my experience, this technique is...
Gun use for rats, snakes proposed in Arizona bill
A new bill proposed in Arizona would allow the use of .22 caliber guns containing a special cartridge to control rats...
Selecting correct bait crucial for rodent infestation
Selecting the correct bait to use when treating for a rodent infestation is one of the most important steps in...
Rodent control equipment trends to try
When performing a rodent site evaluation, try using an action camera for documentation. Attached to extension poles, placed on the...
Snap traps: Ensure rodents chew kick plate
A little trick when using snap traps is to get the rodent species to chew the kick plate by rubbing...
Why house mouse device placement matters
When it comes to Mus musculus management, one of the most important rules of thumb is to place bait stations,...