Ticks

General Info

Ticks will climb up long grass blades or low brush and attach themselves to animals or people as they pass by
Ticks are often seen crawling on or under clothing, on bare skin, or in hair
Ticks tend to move upwards on people, looking for a hidden place to start feeding

Where They Hide

Many tick species love cool woods and grassy areas where they “perch” and have their best chance of finding dinner as it passes by (animal blood)
Other ticks like the Dog Tick are found anywhere pets rest and play – this includes lawns, kennels, along the edges of woods, and fields

What They Want From You

Ticks survive on blood, which means they attach to and then bite animals that pass by
Ticks prefer wild animals such as rodents and deer, however, they will bite humans opportunistically
The vast majority of tick-bite incidents take place between April and September, their period of greatest activity

Why They’re A Problem

Ticks are known to transmit many different types of diseases including Lyme disease and Rocky Mountain spotted fever
People are encouraged to take preventative action against ticks because the risk of disease is high in many areas – spraying infested areas and wearing a personal repellent labeled for tick protection is highly encouraged in these areas

Tips & Tricks

If you are bitten by a tick and cannot remove it yourself, contact your physician for removal and treatment
Do not use alcohol, nail polish, hot matches, petroleum jelly, or other materials to remove ticks – instead grasp the tick firmly as close to where it is attached as possible and then gently pull until the tick releases
Wear light-colored socks and pants that will easily reveal ticks when they crawl on you
Tuck pant legs into socks to reduce the risk of ticks getting to skin
Wear close-toed footwear
Examine yourself and your children daily for ticks when in infested areas
Check clothing, gear, and pets often during tick season
For your yard, keep grass, weeds, and brush trimmed low to eliminate ideal tick hiding spots

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