by backyarddefenders | Jun 27, 2018 | Mosquito & Tick Prevention
Mosquitoes are an aggravating part of outdoor life. However, the aggravation can turn into a serious illness if the wrong mosquito bites you. These tiny bugs can carry West Nile, Malaria, Yellow Fever, Dengue Fever and Zika. It’s important to be armed with the facts...
by backyarddefenders | Jun 22, 2018 | Tick Treatment
It’s a sight that would make any parent’s stomach turn. Finding a tick on your child! Most parents spot the little buggers during bath time, and it’s understandable to have several moments of panic, after all we know ticks carry diseases. To stay calm, you’ll need a...
by backyarddefenders | Jun 5, 2018 | Mosquito Treatment
Heartworm is a scary word for dog and cat owners. It means a hefty vet bill for your wallet and uncertainty for your pet’s future. In the United States, heartworm disease is found in all 50 states. It is most common along the Atlantic and Gulf coasts. A heartworm...
by backyarddefenders | Jun 1, 2018 | Tick Treatment
Ticks are nasty creatures that can really pack a punch if they bite you. They are swimming in bacteria and diseases; many that they are known to pass to humans. Right now, is the prime time for ticks to seek out human hosts. Here are the top 10 tick facts you need to...
by backyarddefenders | May 29, 2018 | Mosquito Treatment
How many people do sharks kill a year? On average less than 15. How about bears? Under 3 a year. Mosquitoes? Over 500,000 due to malaria alone! The number of total mosquito borne illnesses that kill humans every year is so high, there’s no truly accurate data. They...
