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Bed bugs are a particular problem in properties of multi-occupancy, such as hotels and student accommodation, and can be labour intensive, time consuming and expensive to locate and eliminate.
These insects hide in awkward, hard to reach places that can be easily missed by the human eye. Not only can bed bites cause discomfort and distress to visitors and guests, but rooms infested with bed bugs cannot be used or rented out until the infestation has been eliminated and room cleaned. This often leads to a significant loss of revenue for owners as well as negative customer experiences.
The use of trained beg bug detection dogs is proven and offers a major advantage in multi-occupancy environments where many rooms need to be searched, and where time is of the essence.
Canine bed bug detection uses specially trained dogs to identify the unique scent of live bed bugs and viable eggs. Dogs have a sense of smell some 10,000 to 100,000 times stronger than humans, allowing infestations to be located even when no visible signs are present.
Our dogs are trained to:
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Traditional inspections can miss early or low-level infestations. Canine detection provides:
This makes canine detection the gold standard for proactive bed bug management.
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Hotels & Hospitality
Discreet, routine inspections help identify bed bugs early, protecting guest experience, occupancy levels, and brand reputation with minimal disruption.
Student Accommodation
High resident turnover increases risk. Canine detection allows early identification, helping prevent infestations from spreading between rooms or blocks.
Hospitals and patient accommodation
A safe, non-invasive inspection method suitable for sensitive healthcare environments, supporting patient welfare and infection control.
Multi-Occupancy Apartment Blocks
Targeted detection helps pinpoint affected units, enabling efficient treatment and reducing the risk of bed bugs spreading between properties.
Nursing and Care Homes
Early, discreet detection protects vulnerable residents and avoids the need for intrusive or widespread treatment measures.
Prisons
An effective solution for secure environments, allowing controlled inspections while helping prevent infestations from spreading across accommodation areas.
With 45+ years of experience, we have developed a range of tailored solutions to ensure bed bugs are gone for good. Join the thousands of homeowners and commercial clients nationwide who trust us to deliver effective bed bug control.
Dedicated insect control experts
RSPH, NPTA accredited member, ISO certifications, and adherence to UK pest control regulations
UK wide coverage
Rapid response, local pest control teams and expertise available across England, Scotland, and Wales
45+ years’ experience
Proven track record of successfully protecting businesses, facilities, and homes across the UK
Sustainable methods
Pest solutions that are both effective and compliant with safety and hygiene regulations
Tailored approach
Designed to meet your sites long-term needs
“Nurture Pest Control have provided a very seamless implementation and has served our needs perfectly. I am delighted with the communication, reporting and quality of work completed by their team and confident they will continue to provide excellent pest protection for our customers. ”
Frank Maine, Property Contracts Manager, Hyde Group
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3 simple steps to a bed bug-free space
Detection
Thorough inspections to locate infestations in a professional and discreet manner and identify any other potential hotspots.
Treatment & control
Depending on the setting we will propose a treatment plan that could involve heat, steam, chemical insecticides, natural insecticides, or a combination of these.
Post infestation care
Cleaning and disinfection to restore your property to a safe and hygienic condition. Provision of advice to help prevent a re-occurrence.
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Frequently asked questions
How accurate are bed bug detection dogs?
When professionally trained and handled, detection dogs can achieve up to 90% accuracy, significantly higher than visual inspections alone.
Can dogs detect bed bugs without visible signs?
Yes. Dogs can detect bed bugs and eggs even when infestations are hidden or in very early stages.
Is canine detection suitable for hotels?
Yes. It is one of the most effective tools for routine hotel bed bug inspections, offering discretion and speed with minimal disruption.
How does a sniffer dog accurately detect bed bugs?
Bed bug detection dogs are trained to identify bed bugs by scent rather than sight. Bed bugs release unique pheromones, which dogs can detect using their highly sensitive noses – containing up to 200 million scent receptors. Breeds such as Labradors, Beagles, German Shepherds, and Belgian Shepherds are commonly used. Dogs are trained using similar techniques to police detection dogs and can recognise multiple scent variations, allowing them to detect bed bugs at any stage of an infestation.
