The Bug Runner offers pest control in Bergen County NJ and Rockland County NY for many types of pests, including ticks.
While many people think of ticks as insects, they are in fact arachnids, meaning they are in the same category as spiders. They’re usually found within 18 inches of the ground and are active when the temperature rises over 40 degrees.
Ticks can be difficult to see and you probably won’t feel it if you’ve been bitten, which is why it’s important to check thoroughly after taking part in outdoor activities, including riding a horse or going for a hike. A tick can transmit diseases, so the sooner you find and remove it, the better. It’s also essential to check your pets since they can be hosts as well.
Ticks feed off of blood which can come from any type of vertebrate. This includes pets, birds, reptiles, or even humans. This is required for them to fulfill their life cycle and they will die if they don’t find a host to feed off of.
There are several forms of ticks that are active in the New York and New Jersey area, including dog ticks, deer ticks, and wood ticks. Dog and wood ticks prefer dogs as their host but won’t hesitate to feed off of other vertebrates if a dog is not easily accessible. Some ticks will change preferred hosts throughout their life cycle. Deer ticks are one example. They will initially feed on deer mice before moving on to larger animals like deer and even humans. While cats aren’t especially known for ticks, it is still possible and a good reason to keep them indoors.
Tick bites can’t be felt, which means research regarding tick control is still continuing. They carry diseases that can be extremely harmful to animals and humans alike, which is true of any pest that consumes blood. By using certain pesticides, it’s possible to significantly reduce contact with ticks, but this is not 100% effective. Even with tick control methods, it is still important to use preventative methods, such as using repellants, dressing appropriately, and checking thoroughly.
Pest Control in Bergen County NJ
When it comes to ticks and other problem pests, you need a name you can rely on for effective pest control in Bergen County NJ and Rockland County NY. This is why you should call us at the Bug Runner.