Do not twist or jerk the tick; this may cause the mouthparts to break off and remain in the skin. Do not squeeze, crush or ...

According to experts, we are approaching the peak of tick season, and doctors are already seeing more pets and people​ who have been bitten.

Ticks are parasites that bite and feed on humans and pets. They can spread Lyme disease and other infections. Here's what to know.

Ticks are parasitic arachnids belonging to the mite superorder Parasitiformes. They can be divided into hard ticks (Ixodidae) ...

Ticks are out and about in abundance in Colorado this spring. Here's how to avoid being bitten and how to remove a tick form you or your dog.

Woodchuck ticks? Squirrel ticks? Brown dog tick? Blacklegged tick? Did you know that 14 different species of ticks have been ...

Veterinary experts in Maine report seeing more Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever affecting dogs, but no human cases yet.

Warm weather is finally here, and we’re ready to open the windows and spend time outside. But as we head outdoors, are we ...

While all mammals (even humans) are susceptible to tick bites, some should take extra caution during tick season. If you ...

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The sun is shining, birds are singing, and the ticks are back. Yes, suburbanites, it’s tick season. And this year may just be ...

Vets are issuing a warning to certain dog breed owners during tick season, and this May is crucial. Cautioning about tick ...