Beware of Ticks this Spring & Summer!
With the weather warming up, we're beginning to see creepy crawlies making their way back into our lives. One specific pest we've already seen this spring are ticks! Yep. They're already making their way into our homes by way of our pets. If this early arrival is any indication of what's to come for the summer months ahead, we're in for a tick-ridden year. So, keep your eyes peeled, check your pets often and thoroughly, and don't forget to have your yard and home treated by Best Pest Control!
Tick-borne Diseases
Ticks can be infected with bacteria, viruses, or parasites. Tick-borne pathogens can be passed to humans and pets by the bite of infected ticks. Some of the most common tick-borne diseases in the United States include: Lyme disease, babesiosis, ehrlichiosis, Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever, anaplasmosis, Southern Tick-Associated Rash Illness, Tick-Borne Relapsing Fever, and tularemia. Other tick-borne diseases in the United States include: Colorado tick fever, Powassan encephalitis, and Q fever.
Missouri Tick Species
There are three main species of ticks to be aware of in Missouri. The American dog tick is very prevalent and is known to carry Rocky Mountain spotted fever, which can be deadly. The lone star tick is another common type, which may also carry spotted Rocky Mountain fever and possibly Lyme disease. Lastly, the deer tick is a carrier of Lyme disease and poses serious health threats to humans. Be aware of flu-like symptoms and a redness around the bite. Ticks are very common in late spring to early fall, and can be brought inside on pets or humans.
Tick Bite Prevention
To help protect yourself and your family, you should practice these prevention measures:
If you do get bitten by a tick, remove the tick as quickly as possible. It takes time for infections to reach a person's bloodstream, especially Lyme disease. A tick needs to remain attached for about 36 hours before Lyme disease can be transmitted, so the sooner you remove a tick, the better. Proper removal of a tick is important, too. You should use tweezers to remove the tick so that you get the entire tick removed from your skin. If the tick's head is left in the skin, this could cause infection in and around the bite area. Watch the area for the development of a rash or irritation and be sure to see your doctor or your pet's veterinarian right away if a rash develops at the site.
Have Your Yard Treated
Even if you do take preventative steps by treating your pets, fleas and ticks could still make their way into your home and yard. Best Pest Control can help you fight back with regular pest control spraying. Best Pest Control is your source for all things pests, including fleas and ticks. Enjoy your time outdoors without having to worry about getting bitten by ticks.
Tick-borne Diseases
Ticks can be infected with bacteria, viruses, or parasites. Tick-borne pathogens can be passed to humans and pets by the bite of infected ticks. Some of the most common tick-borne diseases in the United States include: Lyme disease, babesiosis, ehrlichiosis, Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever, anaplasmosis, Southern Tick-Associated Rash Illness, Tick-Borne Relapsing Fever, and tularemia. Other tick-borne diseases in the United States include: Colorado tick fever, Powassan encephalitis, and Q fever.
Missouri Tick Species
There are three main species of ticks to be aware of in Missouri. The American dog tick is very prevalent and is known to carry Rocky Mountain spotted fever, which can be deadly. The lone star tick is another common type, which may also carry spotted Rocky Mountain fever and possibly Lyme disease. Lastly, the deer tick is a carrier of Lyme disease and poses serious health threats to humans. Be aware of flu-like symptoms and a redness around the bite. Ticks are very common in late spring to early fall, and can be brought inside on pets or humans.
Tick Bite Prevention
To help protect yourself and your family, you should practice these prevention measures:
- Use a chemical repellent with DEET, permethrin or picaridin.
- Wear light-colored protective clothing.
- Tuck pant legs into socks.
- Avoid tick-infested areas.
- Treat your lawn and pets for ticks and fleas routinely.
- Check yourself, your children, and your pets daily for ticks and carefully remove any ticks.
Removal of Ticks
If you do get bitten by a tick, remove the tick as quickly as possible. It takes time for infections to reach a person's bloodstream, especially Lyme disease. A tick needs to remain attached for about 36 hours before Lyme disease can be transmitted, so the sooner you remove a tick, the better. Proper removal of a tick is important, too. You should use tweezers to remove the tick so that you get the entire tick removed from your skin. If the tick's head is left in the skin, this could cause infection in and around the bite area. Watch the area for the development of a rash or irritation and be sure to see your doctor or your pet's veterinarian right away if a rash develops at the site.Have Your Yard Treated
Even if you do take preventative steps by treating your pets, fleas and ticks could still make their way into your home and yard. Best Pest Control can help you fight back with regular pest control spraying. Best Pest Control is your source for all things pests, including fleas and ticks. Enjoy your time outdoors without having to worry about getting bitten by ticks.
Call Best Pest Control Today
Our expert technicians can help you protect your home from ticks, fleas and all other pests this spring and summer. The best pest control company at the Lake of the Ozarks offers a full range of pest control, animal control and weed control services. Don't spend your summer worrying about pests or doing yard work. Instead, give Best Pest Control a call!
Our expert technicians can help you protect your home from ticks, fleas and all other pests this spring and summer. The best pest control company at the Lake of the Ozarks offers a full range of pest control, animal control and weed control services. Don't spend your summer worrying about pests or doing yard work. Instead, give Best Pest Control a call!
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