Numerous sprays can be purchased to deter spiders from entering your home, such as this Mighty Mint Rodent Repellent ($9, Target), which is natural, safe, and suitable for use around pets.

A Florida woman has been charged with drowning her roommate’s tiny pet spider in a can of soda — later bragging about it online, writing: “Yes I’m an evil spider killer!!” Ilena Renae ...