The warm weather has many of us enjoying time outside. But, we’re not the only ones loving this beautiful weather.
Warmer temperatures bring out insects and ticks are no exception. With the mild winter we just had, ticks remained active all year. As a result, experts are anticipating a higher-than-normal tick population this spring and summer.
SeaScape can help! We offer a comprehensive tick program that will help protect you all season long. Our 5-application program means that you will have reduced exposure to ticks in your yard from early spring into the fall. Using a combination of granular and liquid applications, our licensed techs will apply controls to your yard up to five times a season. Longer protection means a safer outdoor experience for you and your family. Contact us today for more information and pricing.
Why Are Ticks Dangerous?
In New England, the most common tick-borne diseases are Lyme disease, anaplasmosis, and babesiosis. All three are carried by the deer tick. These diseases can make both humans and pets sick.
General Signs of Tickborne Illness
- Fever
- Chills
- Joint/Muscle Aches
- Headache/Neck Stiffness
- Fatigue
Signs of Lyme Disease
In Humans:
- Bulls-eye rash or expanding circular rash
- Acute swelling of the knee or other joint, with no corresponding trauma/injury
- Facial palsy with drooping mouth or eyelid
In Dogs:
- Fever
- Lameness
- Limping
- Joint pain/swelling
- Enlargement of lymph nodes
- Lethargy
Lyme disease in dogs can progress to kidney disease, which can become fatal.