Ticks
Ticks wait on tall grasses to latch onto people and pets, potentially transmitting disease.
Background & Behavior
(Ixodida) Ticks are parasitic arachnids that attach to the skin of humans and animals to feed on blood. They can transmit diseases like Lyme disease and Rocky Mountain spotted fever. Ticks hide in tall grass, wooded areas, and pet bedding. Checking for ticks after outdoor activities and treating pets helps prevent infestations.
DIY Approaches
- Keep lawns mowed and remove brush piles along property edges.
- Create a gravel barrier between wooded areas and play spaces.
- Wear permethrin-treated clothing when hiking or gardening.
- Check pets and family members for ticks after time outdoors.
- Use tick tubes with treated cotton to target nesting rodents.
Professional Services
- Schedule yard sprays targeting tick harborage zones with professional products.
- Request deer deterrent and fencing consultation for rural properties.
- Have veterinarians coordinate pet tick prevention plans.
- Engage public health agencies for community-wide tick management education.
- Book repeat applications through peak tick season for consistent suppression.
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