There are plenty of natural ways to keep even the worst garden pests at bay. Gardeners reveal 5 chemical-free tricks to ...

The life cycle of mosquitoes can go full cycle, from an egg to an adult, in as little as 10 days during warm months. So what can drive them away?

Mosquito season has arrived in Texas, and standing water from recent rains makes the risk higher than ever. Learn how to ...

Mosquitos are drawn to people for a variety of reasons including blood type, odor and even the color of clothing you're ...

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Health officials are urging pet owners and landscapers to be aware as a bacterial disease detected in central Illinois this ...

Ontario is experiencing an increase in ticks, and one local resident is raising awareness in hopes of sparking change.

We often use this fragrant herb to garnish and flavor tasty dishes, but it seems that it can also make a handy pest repellent ...

Its 25% DEET formula protects against mosquitoes for ... can be toxic to cats, but once it dries, there’s no issue. A decent spray bottle: A good repellent is wasted in a bad bottle.

A dog’s sense of smell ranges between 10 000 to 100 000 times more precise than humans. There are several smells dogs love, ...

An Acadia University study has found natural repellent may work to keep black-legged ticks at bay this season. Researchers tested lemongrass essential oil, which showed it significantly impairs the ...