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The American dog tick, often referred to as the wood tick, is widely distributed across the U.S., except in the Rocky Mountain region. These ticks are brown with grayish-white patches and range from 3/16” to 5/8” when engorged. Their oval, flattened bodies have six legs as larvae and eight legs as adults.
Though they typically feed on dogs, they can bite humans and carry diseases like Rocky Mountain spotted fever. They are most active during spring and early summer. Keeping pets checked and yards well-kept can help avoid tick infestations.
The reddish-brown Brown Dog Tick typically affects dogs and thrives in warm climates like those found in California. Though they prefer dogs, they can bite humans when necessary.
These ticks are about 1/8″ long as adults but can expand to 1/2″ when engorged with blood. They have six legs in the larval stage and develop eight legs as nymphs and adults. Swiftly removing ticks from pets is essential to prevent health risks. Regularly check your pets and clean their living spaces to reduce infestations.
The Pacific Coast tick is common in shrublands and along trails from Oregon to Baja California, and they are present in Sheldon. Active during cooler months, especially in April and May, these ticks feed on various hosts, including humans. Adults prefer large mammals like cattle, horses, and deer but will also bite dogs and people.
These ticks spread diseases such as Rocky Mountain spotted fever, tularemia, and bovine anaplasmosis. Tick-bite paralysis has been noted in livestock. About 11% of adult Pacific Coast ticks carry bacteria responsible for Pacific Coast tick fever, which can often be mistaken for Rocky Mountain spotted fever.
The Western Black-Legged Tick is commonly seen along the Pacific Coast, including British Columbia. It is a significant carrier of Lyme disease in these regions. They often inhabit forests, grasslands, and areas close to water, and are also found in scrubby environments. While closely related to the Eastern Black-Legged Tick, they are mostly seen on the West Coast.
Adults are active from early winter through early summer, while nymphs peak in the spring. Nymphs feed on small animals like lizards and rodents but rarely target humans or pets. Keeping your yard free of debris and maintaining the landscape can reduce the risk of tick presence.
Sheldon Pest Control’s tick control begins with a thorough inspection of your property. Our technician will focus on locating tick hotspots such as tall grass, dense bushes, and shaded areas, which are ideal environments for ticks.
We also pay attention to areas where your pets typically spend time. This detailed inspection allows us to tailor our treatment plan to your specific needs, ensuring a tick-free yard and a safer home environment for your family.
Our tick control begins with a conversation about your needs, focusing on whether you require indoor, outdoor, or both types of treatments. For homes with pets, we typically suggest treating both spaces for comprehensive control. This tailored approach ensures a proper plan.
Our technician inspects your yard for tick hotspots, treating up to half an acre with moisture-activated granules that offer long-term protection. Larger areas can be treated for an extra fee. Indoors, we apply a targeted solution using a B&G sprayer for precise application.
Two weeks after your tick treatment, we provide a free follow-up to make sure no ticks are left. Our technician will re-inspect the treated areas both indoors and outdoors to verify that any newly hatched ticks have been eliminated.
During this follow-up, we may reapply treatments if needed, helping to prevent future infestations. We want to keep your home and yard tick-free, ensuring the safety of your pets and family.
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