Blood-sucking ticks are gross and can carry a variety of diseases. But how do you protect yourself against ticks? And why do ...

Temperatures remain spring-like and warm in South Dakota- but if you’re heading outside, then beware of ticks. The South ...

If you regularly walk your dog through grassy, countryside areas ... it shouldn’t be necessary to physically remove ticks from your pet, Lily says. However, some owners prefer to be extra vigilant and ...

Other, less common ticks include the American dog tick and brown dog tick ... Try not to crush the tick as you remove it. After the tick is removed, treat the bite site with a disinfectant.

More tips: Bit by a tick? What you should know about tick testing and tick removal American dog ticks can carry the bacterium that causes Rocky Mountain spotted fever. Dog ticks are reddish-brown ...