Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Ticks can cause several potential health issues, but a lot depends on the type of tick. (Getty Images) (Getty Images) Spring is ...

Whether we like it or not, ticks live all around us -- from the woods to our lawns. When they spot their prey, they will crawl on and attack. And with every bite, there’s a risk of disease. “Things ...

Ticks can burrow into your dog's skin, causing irritation and tick-borne diseases with serious health implications. You may notice signs of a tick bite, like scratching or paw licking, or find ticks ...

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 ...

It is tick season in East Tennessee. Ticks can be found nearly everywhere and can carry harmful germs which can make us sick. If you spot a tick on your child, don’t panic, but removing it properly is ...

If you live in the Midwest or the Northeast, you've probably seen a tick or two in your lifetime. However, if you're new to the area or you've never encountered a tick before, you may not be aware of ...

South Carolina has its fair share of pesky, crawly critters during summer, but ticks are a particularly dangerous nuisance. Their sole purpose is to gorge themselves on you or your pet’s blood.

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 ...

Ticks are prevalent in Colorado, especially during spring and early summer, and can transmit diseases. Prevent tick bites by staying on trail centers, using permethrin-treated clothing, and applying ...

Spring is finally here, and with it are plenty of opportunities to be outside in nature. But warmer weather also coincides with a boom in tick populations in many parts of the U.S. If you live in an ...

With all of the wonderful ways to enjoy the great outdoors this time of year, it’s also easy to forget to inspect your pets for ticks and other parasites. Contact with a tick’s blood could transmit ...