Ticks don’t merely insert their horrifying mouthparts into you; they dig their way in via flesh-ripping hooks and then anchor themselves with a proboscis that’s studded with barbs—the little jerks.

It’s the perfect summer day. You’re out in nature, breathing in fresh air and taking in all the sights and sounds — of course ticks are the last thing on your mind at that point. But you get home, ...

Ticks should be removed with tweezers, grasping them close to the skin's surface. Pull upward with steady, even pressure to avoid leaving the tick's mouthparts embedded. Summer can be a popular time ...

Ticks don't just live in our homes and yards, they also breed there, laying small clusters of eggs that produce hundreds of ...

South Carolina has its fair share of pesky, crawly critters during summer, but ticks are a particularly dangerous nuisance. Their sole purpose is to gorge themselves on you or your pet’s blood.

Learn how to safely check your pet for ticks, remove them properly, and reduce the risk of serious illnesses like Lyme disease, with expert advice on prevention and treatment from a local veterinarian ...

Need to know how remove a tick right now? No problem. I’ve got you. Having spent a lifetime outdoors and the last 25 years at an Upstate New York home whose yard is absolutely crawling with the ...