Subscribe in a reader(DENVER, CO) February 28, 2010—In addition to acquiring a new family pet, Thermal Clean President Brad Steinmetz decided to provide his company, which specializes in the elimination of bed bugs and other pests, with some expert canine help.
Bedbug-sniffing dogs are an adorable and accurate way to identify infestations within a space. In fact, entomology researchers at the University of Florida report that dogs that are well trained can detect a single live bug or egg with 96 percent accuracy. In adopting an unwanted dog and making him not only a prized household addition, but also a valuable asset at work, Steinmetz has helped a Rat Terrier named Levi find a new home and valuable purpose.
Here is Brad in his own words:
“I purchased Levi from a trainer who rescues neglected and unwanted dogs from places like Craigslist, veterinary offices, and animal shelters. Levi was living with a family in Kansas City who neglected him in numerous ways. The biggest problem was they would leave him outside with only a four foot fence. He would jump over this fence often and always headed to a nearby veterinary office, where as he probably knew, he was regularly fed. After this happened five or six times, the veterinarian finally told the owners they were not going to return Levi to them if it happened again. When it happened again, the veterinarian called the trainer knowing they were always looking for this type of dog. I wanted to surprise my three kids with the dog, so when I went to pick up Levi, my kids thought I was gone for the week picking up more equipment---which in a way, I was.
Levi has been with my family now for over two months and has not only become an integral part of our family, but a great addition to my business. He comes to work with me every day and loves riding in the passenger seat of my truck. In my business, the use of a dog is really more about prevention than elimination. I use him to inspect spaces prior to treating units. Besides being a great co-worker, Levi has proven to be a loving pet and adorable friend.”
Watching these lovable pets at work, clawing and barking when they determine that there are bed bugs present is not only interesting, but heart-warming. However, these canines are also serious professionals as well. They are thoroughly trained to alert their handlers and are educated to the specific scent of these small pests.
In addition, not only are the dogs effective, but the use of the dogs also speeds up the inspection process. For example, a bed bug dog can search an average hotel or resident’s room in a matter of minutes. Once the infestation has been found, the elimination of the bed bugs can be started, producing a faster result with less cost to the consumer or the business.
To learn more about Thermal Clean and what services can assist you with your bed bug or pest needs, visit www.thermal-clean.com.
About Thermal Clean
The bed bug epidemic has generated an enormous amount of media coverage and awareness, which, in turn, created the need for an effective solution for Colorado’s Front Range. Thermal Clean knows firsthand the importance of discreet and swift elimination of bed bugs. As the only provider of Insect Inferno, a mobile insect elimination system, the company also offers regularly scheduled inspections, an on-site bed bug heat treatment process, and a “bedbug dog” that can pinpoint areas of infestation. Visit http://thermal-clean.com.
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