Wondercide Magazine | Problem & Solutions Guide | Issue 13
What:
Flat, oval-shaped body. Six long, spiny legs. Fast. Some have wings and can fly.
Where:
In kitchens and bathrooms, under sinks, near food. Outside in garbage cans, brush, leaf litter.
How:
These creepy crawlers are often blamed on poor housekeeping, and they can get inside by hitching a ride on infested items from outdoors, via cracks and gaps in a home, or through drains. Some even fly inside, attracted by lights. They leave their droppings wherever they go.
What:
Skinny, crawling bugs with bent antennae. Most are brown. Three distinct body parts.
Where:
They nest underground outdoors in anthills or inside trees in large groups called colonies.
How:
These social bugs live, work, and travel in large numbers together. Ants enter homes through gaps around doors, holes in window screens, and cracks. They can also hitch a ride with pets or items brought in from the outside like a plant, flowers, garden produce, or boxes from the garage.
What:
Small flies that feed on fruits, leaves, plant secretions, and honeydew from aphids. Known to annoy and stress us out.
Where:
In the kitchen or anywhere you have sweet things for them to eat.
How:
These stealthy bugs sneak into your house on produce or squeeze through window and door screens.
Solutions the
Works
24/7 so you don't have to
An easy way to get rid of bugs with zero chemical insecticides. Our Blu-V™ light attracts flying insects and the adhesive cartridge traps them.
Use anywhere in your home
Use around the home including in kitchens, living areas, bedrooms, bathrooms, entryways, near trash cans, enclosed patios, and any other indoor areas you see flying insects.
Fleas
YARD + GARDEN
Flea & Tick
Works on bugs that bother pets & family
Kills fleas, ticks, and mosquitoes. Also repels ticks and mosquitoes.
Spray & Play!™ convenience
Just apply and enjoy your yard with no dry time needed. Safe around pets and family when used as directed.
Bioselective
Residue is safe for bees, butterflies, and grazing animals.
Help the planet by reducing single use plastic
Refill with concentrate.
How To Apply
Get Control
Spray around the perimeter of your house and out to the fence or property line, repeating the application every few days until bugs are gone.
Maintain
Apply every month or as often as needed to maintain your yard. Still seeing bugs? Use a little more often (or if you're using concentrate, add more into your sprayer).
INDOOR + OUTDOOR
Mosquito & Fly
Quickly Kills Mosquitoes and Flies
This plant powered aerosol spray offers targeted elimination of mosquitoes, house flies, fruit flies, drain flies, bottle flies, and gnats.
How to Use
Shake well and hold container upright about 18 inches from pest. Point spray opening toward pest. Spray them directly and thoroughly for about one second. Wipe away dead bugs and excess spray.
PORCH + PATIO
Wasp & Hornet
Quickly Kills Wasps
Kills wasps, hornets, and yellow jackets by contact. Also treats open-faced hives.
How to Use On Insects
Stand a safe distance away and wait for insect to land. Spray pest for about one second and ensure full coating. Wipe up dead bug(s) and excess spray.
How to Use On Open Hives
Use after dusk when insect activity outside the hive is minimal. Stand a safe distance away from hive and spray until all insects are coated. Wipe up dead bug(s) and excess spray.
for families
Mosquitoes
What:
Winged. Varied. Identified by unmistakable buzzing noise. Can be life-threatening. Known to carry Malaria, West Nile, and Zika virus.
Where:
Standing water. Leafy debris. Anywhere it’s warm, wet, or humid.
How:
These pesky bugs are ever-present in many environments, especially humid areas. Mosquitoes can be challenging to control because of neighbors’ untreated lawns, open land, or in multi-family residences.
Ticks
What:
Arachnid. Hardy. Climbers. Identified by feeling a small bump on the skin, and can be the size of a poppy seed. Known to carry Lyme disease and Rocky Mountain spotted fever.
Ticks can be picked up accidentally by brushing against grass or plants. They're often not even felt.
Solution the
Insect Repellent
Repels Mosquitoes & Ticks
Safe for the whole family when used as directed. Convenient size goes anywhere adventure awaits.
How to Use
Spray on body, hands, feet, and ankles. Apply by hand to face and neck. Reapply every hour or as needed. Safe for the whole family when used as directed.
4 Fresh Scents
No artificial colors, dyes, or fragrance.
Cedarwood
Lemongrass
Peppermint
Rosemary
Fall is Peak Flea Season
What to know and how to handle the fall surge
Guess who’s joining the party this fall? Yep, that's right: fleas. As we creep closer to season, those little critters are getting all amped up for their prime time. In fact, the fall “flea surge” can bring 70% more fleas than summer. Why?
• Rainy fall days make damp spots perfect for larvae.
• More outdoor activity means more chances for fleas to hop onto pets.
Where They're Hiding
Outside: Shady, humid areas like leaf piles, shrubs, tall grass, and dirt.
Inside: Pet beds, blankets, carpets, and furniture. Even your shoes can bring them in.
How To Spot Them
• Adult fleast look like tiny dark specks that move fast.
• “Flea dirt” looks like black pepper. Rub a damp white cloth on your pet’s fur to reveal it.
• Scratching, red spots, hair loss, or itchy bites on humans are also tell-tale signs.
Why They Get Out of Hand
A single flea can lay up to 50 eggs a day, and pupae can stay dormant for months, waiting for the right moment to hatch. That’s why infestations spread fast.
What To Do
Fleas spread fast, but you’ve got options. A layered approach—pet, home, and yard—is the best way to stop them.
Treat pets first. A soapy bath helps remove fleas on contact, and Wondercide’s Flea & Tick Shampoo with cedarwood and peppermint does the job while being gentle on dogs and cats four months or older. For daily protection, reach for Flea & Tick Pets + Home spray in fresh scents like cedarwood, rosemary, lemongrass, or peppermint. It kills fleas on contact and can be used directly on pets and around the house. For lasting defense, add a Flea & Tick Collar (or Spot On) to keep protection going.
Tackle the home. Fleas don’t just stay on pets—they hide in carpets, bedding, and furniture. Spray your home thoroughly with Pets + Home and keep up with daily spot treatments in areas where pets rest.
Vacuum first to pull up eggs and larvae, then spray. Wash pet bedding and plush toys in hot water and dry on high.
Don’t forget the yard. Fleas often start outside. Treat your lawn, patio, and shady spots with Wondercide Flea & Tick Yard + Garden spray, powered by nature and safe for pets and families.
Spray twice in the first week to get control, then as needed. Keep grass mowed, clear debris, and avoid overwatering to make your yard less inviting to fleas.
Bottom Line
Fleas may love fall, but you don’t have to let them crash the party. A layered approach—pet, home, yard—keeps you in control so your pets can enjoy the season itch-free.
Fall In Love with These Easy-To-Make
Apple Spice Muffins
Kick off autumn in the kitchen with this delicious recipe
There’s a reason why we love sharing recipes. Actually, many reasons. And this one brings in the warmth of the fall season with its aromatic cinnamon, nutmeg, and allspice—what better way to celebrate fall than with apple spice muffins?
Baking brings people together and gives us the opportunity to create something made with care.
Whether you’re baking with family, a friend, or solo, the process and
end result is therapeutic, and whether you’re sharing this with others or keeping it all for yourself (yes, you deserve it), this recipe will make you feel happy & warm inside!
Muffin Ingredients
• 1 medium apple, peeled + chopped into small pieces
• ½ cup organic brown sugar or sweetener of your choice
• 1 ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
• ¾ cup almond milk
• 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
• ½ cup pure maple syrup
• ¼ cup vegan butter, melted
Crumble Topping Ingredients
• 1 cup pecans, roughly chopped
• ½ cup organic all-purpose flour (or gluten free flour)
• ½ cup organic brown sugar
• 1 ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
• ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
• ¼ cup butter, partially melted
Instructions
1. Combine almond milk and apple cider vinegar in a small bowl; let sit for 5 minutes to thicken/ activate.
2. Preheat oven to 400°F. Lightly grease a muffin pan or line with liners.
3. In a large bowl, whisk melted butter, maple syrup, vanilla, and the almond milk mixture until well incorporated.
4. Add flour, baking powder, baking soda, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice, and salt. Stir until just combined, then fold in apples. Don’t overmix! Batter should be thick—scoopable but not pourable. Adjust with a little milk or flour if needed.
5. Spoon batter into the muffin pan.
6. For the topping, mix flour, brown sugar, pecans, cinnamon, and nutmeg in a medium bowl. Add softened butter and mix with a pastry blender (or a fork in a pinch!) until crumbly. Sprinkle evenly over muffins.
7. Bake 20–24 minutes, until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool in the pan before removing.
Time to indulge! Pair the muffins with your favorite coffee, tea, or a glass of plant-based milk. These apple spice muffins are a perfect way to celebrate the fall!
