Fleas and Ticks

Ticks: What You Need to Know

  • Types: Common species include the American dog tick, deer tick (blacklegged tick), and lone star tick.

  • Behavior: Wait in tall grass or bushes and attach to hosts passing by.

  • Risks:

    • Transmit serious diseases like Lyme disease, Rocky Mountain spotted fever, ehrlichiosis, and more

    • Some tick species can cause allergic reactions or rare conditions like tick paralysis

How to Control Fleas & Ticks

1. Pet Protection

  • Use vet-approved flea and tick preventatives on pets year-round.

  • Regularly groom and bathe pets.

  • Wash pet bedding weekly in hot water.

2. Indoor Treatment

  • Vacuum carpets, furniture, and floors frequently.

  • Dispose of vacuum bags immediately.

  • Professional treatments ensure all life stages (egg, larva, adult) are addressed.

3. Outdoor Yard Control

  • Keep grass mowed and remove leaf litter or brush piles.

  • Limit wildlife activity near your home (deer, rodents can carry ticks).

  • Apply outdoor flea and tick control products or schedule a professional yard treatment.

4. Professional Pest Control Services

  • Technicians identify hot spots indoors and outdoors.

  • Apply safe, effective treatments tailored to your property.

  • Recommend preventative measures for long-term protection.

 Quick Fact

A single female flea can lay up to 50 eggs per day, quickly leading to a full-blown infestation if not treated.

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Don’t let these pests take over your home or put your pets at risk. Contact us today for expert flea and tick control solutions.