Ticks (Ixodida)
Treatments for this pest are included in these services:
About Ticks in Arizona
Ticks can go a very long time without a blood meal and survive inside homes for several months without eating! Cleaning and vacuuming are important for effective tick control, but specialized treatments are usually needed to eliminate and control ticks.
1 – If you have pets, get them treated about the same time as your Tick Pest Control Treatment (Frontline Plus) To get fastest pest control for Ticks, We ask that you have your pet treated at the same time we do your Tick Control Treatments.
2 – Vacuum Vacuum Vacuum – Surfaces, floors, and curtains, etc.
3 – Dust and wipe down furniture.
4 – Launder linens
5 – Have Specialized Tick Pest Control Treatments {2 treatments are required for complete Tick Control}
6 – Monthly or Bimonthly maintenance pest control to prevent future infestation.
7 – Ticks feed on pet and sometimes human blood (an alarming experience!) They are easily picked up by pets outside in areas other animals have been. Pets then bring ticks indoors on them. Outside ticks are often found in and around Oleander bushes… For some reason ticks love these bushes and will infest them. (If you’re battling Ticks and have Oleander bushes, you may consider removing them.)
Arizona Tick Control & Prevention Tips
1 – Try not to walk dogs in tall grass, and low growing bushy vegetation on trails, where other animals frequent. Thoroughly inspect your pets immediately after such an outing, preferable BEFORE they go inside the house. Don’t be casual when inspecting for ticks! Ticks can be hard to find before they attach, and have a BLOOD MEAL, because they’re SO thin and small. {You may want to double check the next couple day as ticks will be large and engorged with blood.} The best way to protect your family and pests from tick caused diseases, like Lyme disease and Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever, is to PREVENT Tick bites! If you’re going on a hike or outing, make sure to spray down with repellent, and wear long sleeved shirts and long pants that are a light color so you can see any ticks before they bite.
2 – Watch for scratching, nibbling, and licking.
3 – Check for ticks regularly.
4 – Bathe pets after outings, especially in areas where there are other animals, or time with other pets.
5 – Wash pet bedding, floors, and furniture frequently.
6 – Vacuum, Vacuum, Vacuum. Empty vacuum bags in an outside trash cans!
7 – Use Frontline Plus for tick prevention on your dogs or cats.
FAQs About Ticks in Arizona
What types of ticks are common in Arizona?
Common ticks in Arizona include the brown dog tick, the Rocky Mountain wood tick, and the western black-legged tick. These species are often found in outdoor areas but can enter homes on pets or humans.
Are ticks dangerous to humans and pets?
Yes, ticks can be dangerous as they transmit diseases such as Rocky Mountain spotted fever and Lyme disease, which affect both humans and pets. Regular tick prevention for pets and prompt removal of ticks are essential to reduce risk.
How do ticks get into my home?
Ticks typically enter homes by hitching a ride on pets, people, or outdoor items. They thrive in grassy, wooded, or brush-filled areas, so pets and humans may pick them up during outdoor activities.
What can I do to prevent ticks in my yard and home?
To reduce tick presence, keep grass trimmed, remove leaf litter and brush, and create barriers between wooded areas and your yard. Responsible Pest and Scorpion Control can also provide treatments that reduce tick populations in outdoor areas.
When should I contact Responsible Pest and Scorpion Control for tick control?
If you notice ticks on your pets or in your home, or if you live in an area with high tick activity, it’s best to consult a professional. Responsible Pest and Scorpion Control can help identify risk areas, apply effective treatments, and provide prevention tips to protect your family and pets.
