Learn how to safely check your pet for ticks, remove them properly, and reduce the risk of serious illnesses like Lyme disease, with expert advice on prevention and treatment from a local veterinarian ...

Sunny weather is finally here, but this also means tick season has begun. It's time to check yourself and your pets for these major pests. On top of being nuisance, these small insects carry a variety ...

Ticks should be removed with tweezers, grasping them close to the skin's surface. Pull upward with steady, even pressure to avoid leaving the tick's mouthparts embedded. Summer can be a popular time ...