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 ...

A black legged tick, also known as a deer tick. If it seems like ticks are everywhere these days, that’s because they are. There are many different types of ticks that have adapted for a variety of ...

Hunting dogs of all ages and breeds are likely to encounter ticks at some point in their lives. “Historically we had a seasonality to our ticks,” Cincinnati-area veterinarian Dr. Mark Hayes tells ...

Maybe you’ve just gotten back from taking your dog on a hike through thick brush — or maybe you live in an area known to have lots of ticks. Either way, it’s important to keep your pup tick-free.

We'll also tell you how to prevent ticks from latching on to your furry friends in the first place. Katie covered all things how-to at CNET, with a focus on Social Security and notable events. When ...

Here are some tips to keep them away, what to do if you find a tick on you, how to identify a tick bite, and more. If you find an engorged tick on your body, like this one of the Ixodes genus, you’re ...

A tick bite occurs when a tick pierces the skin and attaches itself to a warm-blooded host. Once attached, a tick may feed on its host’s blood for several days. Most tick bites are harmless and do not ...

Bug bites are common and can come from bedbugs, mosquitoes, ticks, spiders, and other creatures. Many bites require nothing more than wound care at home, but others require medical attention. Share on ...

Ticks are so small that it's easy to miss when they bite. But they're worth making a big deal over, experts say, because ticks can spread serious diseases. Knowing what to look for can help you ...

South Carolina has plenty of annoying and sometimes dangerous creatures, but ticks can be particularly bad. They’re creepy and crawly, but they also bite for the sole purpose of gorging themselves on ...

South Carolina is home to a vast array of pesky critters, but ticks are almost in a class by themselves. They’re creepy and crawly, but they also bite for the sole purpose of gorging themselves on ...

Deer ticks exist in wooded areas and carry bacteria that can cause infection. A bite often appears as a bullseye shape on the skin and it should be treated immediately. If you spot a tick on your body ...