Learn how to stay protected from ticks with these debunked tick myths! Don’t believe the misconception that ticks fall out of trees or that all ticks carry diseases. Discover the truth about ticks and how to protect yourself with effective tick prevention methods, such as using permethrin-treated clothing and doing a tick check when you come home.
If you spend a lot of time outside like we do, the right repellent makes a difference. Poor choices can smell bad, hurt your eyes, bother your sinuses, irritate your skin or worse… not work at their one job, repelling ticks and bugs! We’ve done some research and picked our Top 10 choices based on: effectiveness, duration, safety and reviews….
Whether you’re hiking a wooded trail, playing with your dog in the yard, or simply spending time outdoors, protecting yourself from ticks should be incorporated into your routine. These tiny pests can carry diseases, attach easily to skin or clothing, and even hitch a ride into your home on pets. To help you stay safe and informed, we’ve answered 16…
Spending time outdoors should feel relaxing, not like you’re walking into a tick minefield. If you’re tired of worrying about tick bites while gardening, playing with your kids, or letting your pets roam, the good news is that with the right yard treatments and simple strategies, you can tickproof your backyard with organic products. Here’s the step-by-step method we use to keep our yards…
Done improperly, tick removal can actually increase the risk of infection. Since ticks can carry serious diseases like Lyme disease, Rocky Mountain spotted fever, and anaplasmosis, it’s important to do it right! If you or a loved one spend time outdoors hiking, gardening, or walking pets, it’s smart to know exactly how to remove a tick quickly and safely. Here’s…
Sad, but true… Deer may have at least 10 to 50 female ticks attaching and dropping off each day through the fall and spring when adult ticks are active. Each female tick lays around 2,000 eggs before dying.* That is a huge number of ticks! While other animals like raccoons, skunks, and foxes carry ticks too, deer are the clear tick MVPs, responsible for…
Ticks are more than just a nuisance—they’re carriers of serious diseases like Lyme disease, which is particularly prevalent in areas like Connecticut, where I live. With the arrival of warmer months, it’s crucial to understand tick prevention strategies for both humans and pets. Below, we address common questions about tick prevention, offering evidence-based answers to help you stay protected. 🐾…