by backyarddefenders | Mar 9, 2024 | Tick Treatment
Trying to identify the type of tick found on your loved one or pet? Two of the most common types of ticks in New England are dog ticks and deer ticks. Thankfully, there are several ways to spot the difference between these two species. #1. Size One of the most...
by backyarddefenders | Jul 29, 2019 | Tick Treatment, Uncategorized
Worried about how to protect your dog from ticks this season? At Backyard Defenders, we are proud to share a few helpful tips on how to prevent ticks from preying on your pets. These steps should be followed from early spring to late fall of each year and should...
by backyarddefenders | Aug 28, 2018 | Mosquito & Tick Prevention, Uncategorized
Fighting against the tide of ticks in your yard may feel like an uphill battle. So many animals spread the tiny blood-suckers. Deer, mice, squirrels, dogs, and cats can all help ticks along their invasion route. It may be tempting to make your yard inhospitable to all...
by backyarddefenders | Jul 13, 2018 | Tick Treatment
It’s pretty much a nightmare scenario, ticks infesting your home. You know to be on the lookout for ticks in your yard and outdoors, but what if one hitches a ride inside? Can they create an infestation? Well the answer depends on the type of tick. Deer Tick Deer...
by backyarddefenders | May 3, 2018 | Tick Treatment
Stopping Tick Bites on Your Furry Family Members It can be frightening to snuggle up to your dog only to discover a tick embedded in their fur. Ticks are attracted to dogs, more so than humans, so it’s important you be on the lookout for the intruders. With proper...
