Protect Your Pets
Protecting your pets from ticks is just as important as protecting the rest of your family. This is especially because pets can unknowingly transport ticks into your home. Use veterinarian-recommended tick prevention products, such as topical treatments, collars, or oral medications. Check your pets regularly for ticks, especially after spending time outside. This is particularly important for those with outdoor cats or other animals who you can’t control where they do and don’t go. Whenever possible, keep pets away from dense vegetation where ticks thrive.
Maintain Your Yard
Don’t let your yard become a tick haven. Keep the grass mowed short and remove all lead litter, brush, and tall grasses around your home. Create tick-safe zones by placing wood chips or gravel between lawns and wooded areas. Consider barriers to prevent deer and wildlife that carry ticks from entering your yard.
Inside the Home
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