ABERDEEN, S.D. (KELO) — There is a boom in tick populations thanks to the wet weather of late, according to Aberdeen veterinarian Tim Sahli, and as a pet owner, prevention is key. “People don’t like ...

No matter how much you pamper your furry friend, sometimes it's just impossible to avoid contact with ticks. That's why you need to know the best ways to keep them away from your dog, just like a vet ...

Spring means warmer weather and an uptick in peak activity of nymph ticks making May the best time to highlight National Lyme Disease Awareness month. The month is dedicated to prevention and early ...

Freezing temperatures do not kill ticks, as they have evolved sophisticated ways to survive the winter. Land management, forest regrowth, and deer populations are bigger factors in tick numbers than ...

Milder winters and prolonged warm periods are creating friendly conditions for ticks to thrive, and, of course, with more ticks come more diseases. Since we don't have Brad Paisley around to check us ...

Whether it’s a long walk in the woods or a quick trip to check on plants in the backyard garden, going outside to connect with nature is a reliable way to relax in the summer. The excursions can live ...

State health and environmental officials gathered at Little Buffalo State Park in Perry County on July 2 to warn Pennsylvanians about the risks of Lyme disease and share strategies for avoiding tick ...