Mice are troublesome enough on their own, but what happens when these unwelcome guests bring along pests of their own? In New England, mice such as the white-footed mouse not only cause damage and unsanitary conditions but can also introduce fleas and ticks into your living spaces. Even if you don’t have pets, these parasites… Read more »
There is no denying the allure of a New England Summer. Yet, lurking in the shadows of this idyllic paradise is a minuscule menace with a mighty bite: the tick. As temperatures soar and humidity hangs heavy in the air, so too does the activity of these eight-legged ambush predators. But fear not, intrepid adventurer,… Read more »
Now that it’s starting to stay warmer, you, your family, and your pets might be spending more time outside. Whether you’re hiking, biking, or just chilling in your yard, it’s always a good idea to check both humans and pets for ticks before you go inside. So what should you do if you’ve spotted one?… Read more »
Unfortunately, yes. Lone star ticks have been found in all New England states. Originally, they were most commonly found in the southeastern United States, but now they’ve spread to the entire eastern half of the country. Like other ticks common to New England, lone star ticks are vectors of disease that can infect humans with… Read more »
The four most common tick species found in New England are American dog ticks, Brown dog ticks, Black-legged (deer) ticks, and Lone Star ticks. The highest risk of being bitten by a tick is during spring and summer. Infestations have been on the rise over the past few years, which is a concern for pest… Read more »
Updated October 2017. Have you ever felt The Fear? Have you ever felt the gripping, nauseating fear that comes with finding a tick burrowed into your skin? Aside from the obvious ickiness of having an arachnid bite you, the fear of the disease that can be spread by ticks is very real, and the results… Read more »