If you’re a dog owner, you know a pet can add a lot of fun to your life. Sadly, dogs can fall victim to a loathsome pest: ticks! As ticks tend to be more active when...
IIf you’ve ever camped or gone on a hike through the woods, you’ve probably been warned about ticks. While there are many things people can do to prevent tick bites or tick-borne illnesses, there’s definitely still...
Lyme disease is the most common vector-borne disease in the United States. According to the CDC, approximately 476,000 people get Lyme disease each year. Ticks are active from March to November, but they become more aggressive...
There is nothing better than going on a hike in the fall. The crisp air, the crunchy leaves under your boots, and the beautiful red, orange, and yellow color scheme! Ahhh – seems like there’s nothing...
Have you ever been enjoying the outdoors on a beautiful summer day and wondered if the ticks were bad in your area? Should you wear taller socks? Longer pants? A long sleeve shirt? Should you put...
Ticks can spread serious diseases to both people and pets. There is a lot of information out there about how to stay safe. Is all of it true? What are the real facts? Our resident doctor...