Grasp the tick as close to the skin's surface as possible using clean fine-tipped tweezers. If fine-tipped tweezers are not ...

You may notice signs of a tick bite, like scratching or paw licking, or find ticks as part of a regular examination. When you find a tick on your dog, it's important to remove it quickly and safely.

Tick removal should be done carefully so as not to crush the bug, which may be full of infected blood. Here’s how to remove a tick that’s attached to your skin, according to the CDC guidelines ...

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 ...

Experts warn there is an unusually high number of ticks this summer, but here are tips to keep you safe from tick bites and ...

According to the Humane Society, here’s how to safely remove ticks from your four-legged friend. To search for ticks on your dog, run your fingers slowly over its entire body.

Should you spot one on you (or your dog), here’s how to remove it safely and report it to a national database, according to ...

Tick bites are are on the rise this and they can carry some nasty illnesses. Which are most common depends where you live. Here's what to know to protect yourself.

Ticks may be tiny, but they pack a punch. We’ve put together everything you need to know to keep you and your pets safe from ...

“After we remove a tick, there’s now a break in the skin, and just like any other break in the skin, we need to be careful to prevent a secondary bacterial infection.

Healthbeat reports tick populations are rising in the Northeast, raising tick-borne disease risks. Here’s how to stay safe.

Different types of ticks are more common in different regions, and carry different diseases - - so finding them and removing them safely are crucial.