Guest ishapespace Posted February 11, 2008 Share Posted February 11, 2008 We bought our house in September. We have been told that they need to treat our slab to protect it from termites - Louisiana is like heaven for termites, so we have to have it done. They said they are digging a small trench around teh house, putting in the stuff and covering it back up. DH asked about it being pet safe, the lady said it was, but he said she didn't sound very convincing. Anyone have any experience with termite prevention spray stuff and greyhounds? Pest control and greyhounds in general? I'm just thinking they will see fresh dirt and want to dig.... and something bad could happen to them? Any advice, questions to ask, etc. would be greatly appreciated. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest VanillaBean Posted February 11, 2008 Share Posted February 11, 2008 Is there any other way of doing it? We have bait stations in our yard--they are dug into the ground, with just a little bit showing. The bait is at least 6 inches down. My dogs don't bother them at all. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest rubysdad Posted February 11, 2008 Share Posted February 11, 2008 I would find out what chemicals are being used just so I had a record for myself. I would also contact poison control just in case there is ever an emergency. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest ishapespace Posted February 11, 2008 Share Posted February 11, 2008 Ok, so we found out they will be using Cyper TC-Demon TC /Permethrin Tengard SFR (http://www.doyourownpestcontrol.com/demontc.htm). They will be putting it in a "trench" around the house, but we don't know how deep and my dogs like to dig and play in dirt. So, we also found this (which relates to flea and tick applications on pets, but it's the same checmicals): Organophosphates (and organocarbamates) Do NOT use pyrethroids, organophosphates, organocarbamates, or amitraz in cats. Organophosphates and organocarbamates are another class of drugs that have had wide usage as insecticides both in agricultural settings and for pet animals. Commonly used organophosphates and organocarbamates include dichlorvos, cythioate (Proban tablet), diazinon, malathion, carbaryl (Sevin), fenthione, methylcarbamate (Adams Flea and Tick Collar), and prolate. Mode of Action: Organophosphates function by blocking nerve inhibition, i.e., when organophosphates are present, a nerve that is firing will continue to fire. They do this by inhibiting acetylcholinesterase, an enzyme necessary for normal nerve function. Use: Organophosphates are used in termite control and have many agricultural uses including the control of corn rootworms and cattle parasites. They are also present in various ant and roach control products. Organophosphates, should NOT be used on cats. Safety: Organophosphates and organocarbamates are the class of insecticides most likely to cause toxic reactions in pets. If toxic levels are applied to the pet, (or the pet ingests them), the pet will experience nerve abnormalities. A pet suffering with organophosphate poisoning will salivate, tremor, stagger, and may seizure. An antidote is available to counteract its effect. At our hospital, we have seen two cases of organophosphate poisoning in pets. Both were accidental ingestion of large quantities of the chemical, and fortunately neither patient died. NOTE: Greyhounds and Whippets can be overly sensitive to organophosphates so use a different product in these breeds. So, we don't know what to do yet. The stuff is obviously bad for greys and I'm sure they'll spill it outside the trench - trying to see if they have any other options. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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