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Here Are Common Biting Bugs You Might Have in Your Home Right Now

Marcos Michelet

Jul 253 min read

Here Are Common Biting Bugs You Might Have in Your Home Right Now

It’s always concerning when you suddenly have red, itchy bumps on your skin. And if you suspect it's a bite, but can't spot any bugs in...

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The Mental and Emotional Tolls of Bed Bugs: A Silent Struggle

Marcos Michelet

Jun 242 min read

The Mental and Emotional Tolls of Bed Bugs: A Silent Struggle

Imagine waking up to find tiny, reddish-brown insects crawling on your sheets or, worse, biting your skin while you sleep. This scenario...

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Don’t Let Bed Bugs Crash Your Summer Plans

Robbin Ponton

Jun 102 min read

Don’t Let Bed Bugs Crash Your Summer Plans

Summer is the season for sun, fun, and travel. But there’s a tiny hitchhiker that could potentially ruin your vacation vibe - bed bugs....

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Spring Cleaning Tips and Spot On K9 Detection to the rescue!

Marcos Michelet

Apr 282 min read

Spring Cleaning Tips and Spot On K9 Detection to the rescue!

Spring is the perfect time to freshen up your home and get rid of any unwanted pests, including bed bugs. As the days get longer and the...

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Marcos Michelet

Mar 302 min read

Bed bugs, The Unwanted Travel Companion

Easter Weekend Travel and Rio The Chief Bed Bug Detector: A Perfect Pairing for a Bug-Free Getaway. As Easter weekend approaches, many of...

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Marcos Michelet

Mar 22 min read

Bed Bugs - The Unwelcome Dinner Guest

Bed bugs are not only a nuisance for homeowners and travelers, but they can also pose a serious threat to food businesses. These tiny...

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K9 Bed Bug Detection: Hoping for a World of Pest-Free Sleep in 2024

Robbin Ponton

Jan 22 min read

K9 Bed Bug Detection: Hoping for a World of Pest-Free Sleep in 2024

As we bid farewell to 2023 and welcome the promising year of 2024, it’s time to tackle one of the most persistent nuisances that can...

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The Cold Weather Conundrum: Bed Bugs and K9 Detection

Marcos Michelet

Dec 1, 20232 min read

The Cold Weather Conundrum: Bed Bugs and K9 Detection

As winter arrives, we all seek warmth and comfort indoors. Unfortunately, bed bugs can also take advantage of the cozy environment....

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Marcos Michelet

Oct 29, 20232 min read

🎃👻🦇 A Halloween Tale 👻🎃🦇

Once upon a time, in a small town shrouded in darkness, there lived a brave K9 bed bug hunter, Rio Chief Bed Bug Detector and Marcos, her...

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Thanksgiving Travel to See Family: Beware of Bed Bugs Hitching a Ride

Marcos Michelet

Oct 6, 20232 min read

Thanksgiving Travel to See Family: Beware of Bed Bugs Hitching a Ride

Thanksgiving is a time when families come together to celebrate and give thanks. For many, this means traveling to see loved ones in...

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Getting Ready for Back to School: Ensuring Bed Bug-Free Classrooms with K9 Detection

Marcos Michelet

Sep 6, 20233 min read

Getting Ready for Back to School: Ensuring Bed Bug-Free Classrooms with K9 Detection

As the summer draws to a close, the anticipation of a new school year begins to build. However, in addition to the excitement, it is...

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Aug 21, 20233 min read

Bed Bug Misconceptions and How Spot On K9 Detection Can Help

Bed bugs are small, parasitic insects that feed on the blood of humans and animals. Their bites can be itchy and uncomfortable. Bed bugs...

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Aug 1, 20233 min read

How to prevent bringing bed bugs home from your summer travels

Traveling is a wonderful way to unwind, explore new places, and create unforgettable memories. However, amidst the excitement, we should...

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Jul 4, 20232 min read

German Shepherds - Bed Bug Detectives:

Sniffing out these pesky critters with precision and passion! German Shepherds are one of the most popular breeds of scent detection...

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Even AI rate dogs as the most effective method of bed bug detection

Marcos Michelet

May 26, 20233 min read

Even AI rate dogs as the most effective method of bed bug detection

It's true, don't take our word for it. If you ask the majority of leading chatbots which method offers the most accurate bed bug...

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115,000 commuters put at risk due to a bed bug outbreak at a busy US train station

Robbin Ponton

May 10, 20232 min read

115,000 commuters put at risk due to a bed bug outbreak at a busy US train station

One of the busiest train stations in North America closed off all passenger seating areas for 36 hours after a suspected bed bug...

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BC luxury resort leading the way in bed bug room inspections

Marcos Michelet

Apr 24, 20233 min read

BC luxury resort leading the way in bed bug room inspections

Bed bugs are not something many people associate with luxury resorts and five-star hotels. Yet, these horrid little blood suckers do not...

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BC Landlords Beware: One Class Action Is On The Rise

Marcos Michelet

Mar 24, 20233 min read

BC Landlords Beware: One Class Action Is On The Rise

Lawsuits brought against Canadian landlords for ignoring bed bug infestations is on the rise. One simple action can mitigate this risk.

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Spot On Doubles The Effort In The War Against Lower Mainland Bed Bugs

Marcos Michelet

Feb 24, 20232 min read

Spot On Doubles The Effort In The War Against Lower Mainland Bed Bugs

Spot On K9 Detection have just doubled our K9 workforce. We are thrilled to introduce our future bed bug inspector, 8-week old Santo.

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5 Early Warning Signs That You May Have Bed Bugs

Robbin Ponton

Feb 6, 20233 min read

5 Early Warning Signs That You May Have Bed Bugs

In this article, we highlight the five main tell-tale signs of bed bug infestations, to give you a fighting chance to detect them.

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