A trained dog can pick up the scent of live bed bugs and viable eggs inside a recliner, behind a headboard or along a wall. On Aromas properties where the main house, a second unit and a room in the barn all have beds, a K9 team can check each one in a single visit.
When a Dog Search Fits
- Parcels with several buildings where people sleep.
- Bites with no visible bugs.
- Early cases with very few bugs.
- Checking that a treatment worked.
- Screening a secondhand couch or bed before it comes inside.
How the Search Unfolds
- PlanThe handler walks the property and decides the order of buildings.
- SweepThe dog works past beds, furniture, trim and outlets.
- AlertAt a scent source the dog sits or points with its nose.
- VerifyThe handler checks each alert and confirms it visually.
What to Ask a K9 Team
Ask where the dog trained, who certified the team, how often they practice and how alerts are confirmed. Be wary of anyone who wants to treat every building because of a single alert that nobody verified.
Preparing for the Dog
- Kennel your own dogs or keep them indoors elsewhere.
- Avoid candles, air fresheners and strong cleaners that morning.
- Do not spray any insecticide in the days before the search.
Questions About K9 Inspections
Will our horses or ranch dogs distract the detection dog?
They can. Keep your own dogs shut away and let the handler know about horses near the buildings. Working dogs are trained around distractions, but a calm setting helps.
Is a dog alert enough to begin treatment?
No. The handler has to find live bugs or eggs at the marked spot before any treatment is planned.
What happens when you reach out: Bed Bug Control CA handles bed bug work from the first inspection to the final check. We schedule a licensed technician to check your Aromas home. Treatment starts only after you approve the written quote.