There are a lot of products on the market that claim to kill fire ants but many of them are not safe for pets. Spectracide Fire Ant Killer is a safe and effective way to get rid of fire ants without putting your pet at risk.
Spectracide Fire Ant Killer contains the active ingredient bifenthrin which is a type of pyrethroid. Pyrethroids are synthetic pesticides that are similar to natural pyrethrins which are found in chrysanthemums. Pyrethroids are considered to be low toxicity to mammals but they can be toxic to cats and dogs if they are ingested in large amounts.
The good news is that Spectracide Fire Ant Killer is safe to use around pets when used as directed. The bait is designed to kill the fire ants not the pets. However it is important to keep your pet away from the treated area until the bait has had time to work.
If you have any concerns about using Spectracide Fire Ant Killer around your pet talk to your veterinarian.
Is Spectracide fire ant killer safe for dogs?
Answer: No Spectracide fire ant killer should not be used around dogs.
If my dog ingested Spectracide fire ant killer what should I do?
Answer: If your dog ingested Spectracide fire ant killer call your veterinarian or the pet poison hotline immediately.
How long does it take for Spectracide fire ant killer to work?
Answer: Spectracide fire ant killer will start to work within 24 hours.
How often should I use Spectracide fire ant killer?
Answer: You should only use Spectracide fire ant killer when you have an active fire ant problem.
Once the fire ant problem is under control you should discontinue use.
Where can I apply Spectracide fire ant killer?
Answer: You can apply Spectracide fire ant killer around the perimeter of your home in landscaped areas and on other areas where fire ants are a problem.
How do I apply Spectracide fire ant killer?
Answer: You can apply Spectracide fire ant killer with a trigger sprayer broadcast spreader or granular spreader.
What is the active ingredient in Spectracide fire ant killer?
Answer: The active ingredient in Spectracide fire ant killer is hydramethylnon.
What is the best time of day to apply Spectracide fire ant killer?
Answer: The best time of day to apply Spectracide fire ant killer is in the morning or evening when the ants are less active.
How long will Spectracide fire ant killer last?
Answer: Spectracide fire ant killer will last for up to three months.
What should I do if I get fire ants after using Spectracide fire ant killer?
Answer: If you get fire ants after using Spectracide fire ant killer you may need to retreat the area.
What is the warranty for Spectracide fire ant killer?
Answer: The warranty for Spectracide fire ant killer is one year.
How long does it take for Spectracide fire ant killer to kill the queen?
Answer: Spectracide fire ant killer will kill the queen within 48 hours.
How many queens can Spectracide fire ant killer kill?
Answer: Spectracide fire ant killer can kill up to 42 queens.
How do I know if Spectracide fire ant killer is working?
Answer: If you see fewer fire ants in the treated area that means Spectracide fire ant killer is working.
What are the safety precautions for Spectracide fire ant killer?
Answer: Some safety precautions for Spectracide fire ant killer include wearing gloves and long pants when applying the product and avoiding contact with skin eyes and clothing.
