Pests, Weeds & Problems

Chiggers are not only found in the woods and out in nature, they can be found right in your own backyard. Chigger bites cause intense itching, redness, small bumps, blisters and possibly a...

Clover fescue is a hardy grass often used for grazing livestock. Clover fescue has deep roots and will form a dense sod. It can grow over 48 inches in height if left unmanaged. Although clover...

Parramatta grass is a clumping grass that invades pastures and chokes out other more productive grasses. It flourishes in swampy areas and land occupied by vehicles or machinery. Parramatta grass...

Hookworms are a parasite that infects mostly dogs, but sometimes cats and very infrequently humans. The hookworms move into the animal's intestine and cause blood loss, infection and possibly...

No one wants rats running around the yard at night, or even during the day. A rodent problem can be difficult to control because rats multiply at an incredible rate. Prevention is key, and the...

Tick infestations are a common occurrence in many parts of the United States. They can be a real nuisance, attaching themselves to pets and humans alike. The biggest problem with ticks is that...

Mange is a painful affliction that is caused by mange mites. These mites are microscopic and so are impossible to see with the naked eye. They come in three basic varieties, red mange, sarcoptic...

Garter snakes, sometimes called garden snakes, are small nonpoisonous snakes that live in your yard. There are different varieties, but the most common have subtle colors. Usually they have dark...

Squirrels may be cute little critters, but they can also be a pesky nuisance. Whether they gobble up all of the bird seed, destroy the garden or try to get into the house, they are often unwelcome...

Ringworm is a fungal infection that most commonly manifests as a circular red ring or as athlete's foot, which does not always show with the typical red ring. It is most easily spread by...

Parasites have been an irritating part of life for humans and pets alike for centuries. Blood-sucking pests, such as fleas and ticks, are commonly found on domestic pets in warm climates and can...

Tree ticks is the common name given to various tick species that live in wooded areas, such as the deer tick (Ixodes scapularis) and the dog tick (Dermacentor variabilis). These ticks may also be...

Deer are a majestic sight at a distance, but can be a real pain when they come into your yard and eat their way through your plants and saplings. Fortunately there are lots of easy ways of keeping...

Although many people treat their pets for fleas, they tend to ignore the source, which is the garden. Treating a yard for fleas is often much more effective than just treating the pets alone, and...

Weed killers are designed to be poisonous to plants and, unfortunately, the same chemicals that make them deadly to unwanted weeds can also put pets in danger. You can keep your cat safe from...

Fleas are one of the biggest hassles that accompany pet ownership because they can make your pets miserable with itching, and the humans in your house may have to suffer too. It is important to...

Eastern chipmunks are the most common chipmunks that roam around in your yard and eat your plants and vegetables. They burrow in the ground and chew destructively. Eastern chipmunks are brown,...

There are over 19 varieties of ants throughout North America. Many varieties of yard ants (such as carpenter ants and fire ants) can damage plant life, destroy seeds and flower buds. Getting rid...

Ticks are small insects that are related to spiders. They often vary in size and color depending on the type of tick. The two most common types are the pea-sized dog tick and the freckle-sized...

Chipmunks and red squirrels are easy to spot in your yard and often leave a trail of seeds or fruit. Both are not necessarily considered unwanted pests in yard as they help to spread seeds....

Cats can be a nuisance. People let them out and they come and defecate on your property. They dig up your gardens and it lures all the other cats to the property to also defecate. This is two...

Moles can wreak havoc in a yard by digging mounds and disrupting vegetation. These pests usually prefer creating tunnels in sandy or loose soils. If you spot one molehill, you can be sure there...

You work hard to keep your yard looking nice. You plant beautiful flowers, grow herbs and vegetables and take care of your landscaping impeccably. Then deer come along and destroy all of your hard...

Fleas and ticks are not only a bothersome problem, but a dangerous one, too. If you find that your yard or home have been infested with fleas and ticks, it is important to act quickly. Yours and...

A tick is a tiny mite that sucks the blood of animals or humans to survive. Tick bites are not very painful, but they often itch when the tick's saliva causes an allergic reaction. Ticks can carry...

Moles can quickly destroy a yard with their runway tunnels and wreak havoc in a garden, gobbling up precious earthworms and other garden-friendly insects. Moles also love garden pests that are...

Ticks, insects related to spiders, live in wooded and grassy areas frequented by wildlife or pets. Ticks live by attaching themselves to an animal and sucking the animal's blood. Ticks are known...

Many people do not realize they have a mole problem until someone walking in their yard steps in one of the mole's holes and twists an ankle. These burrowing rodents spend most of their lives...

Getting rid of a skunk is certainly not as simple as your would think. If you accidentally scare a skunk when trying to shoo it away, you may end up getting sprayed, which smells terrible and can...

You may have read the title and said to yourself, “Why would I want to attract bats to my yard”? The answer is easy. Bats are a great source of natural insect control. Bats feed on many yard and...

Ticks are parasitic insects that attach themselves to a host animal and feed on their blood. Ticks prefer to live in long grass or under leaves or pine needles, where they wait until a suitable...

Ticks are disgusting creatures that feed on the blood of a host in order to grow and reproduce thousands of eggs. They can spread germs and diseases to people and animals such as Lyme disease and...

Raccoons can be dangerous to pets and can often eat crops as well. On top of all this they carry rabies, can potentially be harmful to people if cornered and will also frequent your yard regularly...

Removal of snakes from your property can be a little difficult especially if they are poisonous. The best way to remove the snake is to make your property uncomfortable and change the snakes ...

Skunks are a smelly and potentially dangerous pest to houses built close to forests or brush areas. As humans have built onto their territories, skunks have adapted, learning to live with--and...

Bats are actually very good to have in your yard or garden, but you really don’t want them living in your house. Bats eat insects from your yard and garden. TV and movies portray bats in a bad...

Raccoons may be featured in cartoons as cute creatures, but they are not always so cuddly in real life. Raccoons can do real damage to a home: overturning trashcans, damaging gardens and so much...

Explains how to keep crab grass and yard weeds out of your yard.

Having skunks is your yard has many benefits. They eat grubs, grasshoppers and many other bugs that are destructive to your garden and lawn. Skunks also have many drawbacks. Skunks get into your...

As a homeowner, at some point weeds will become an issue. One particularly nasty weed is crabgrass. Paying a lawn service or buying over-the-counter chemicals to battle crabgrass can be time...

Keeping your yard and garden free from pests such as squirrels, possums and raccoons can be a difficult task. These wily creatures manage quite well among humans, and have developed ways to...

Snakes make great pets for some people. They can also help rid pests and rodents from a home. Unfortunately, some snakes are aggressive and poisonous, and you just don't want them around your...

A yard full of birdsong and feathered babies is one of the best springtime happenings. But without warning, a yard full of bluebirds and morning doves can be overtaken by sparrows and grackles....

If you're plagued by gophers in the yard, then you will love this trick. Dry ice is available at grocery stores and specialty food suppliers. Some industries also require the use of dry ice. It...

Skunks can create quite a nuisance. Not only do they spray a horrible scent when they feel threatened, but they can get into trash and other items. There are things you can do to keep skunks...

An abundance of mosquitoes can ruin your enjoyment of the outdoors during the time of year you most wish to be out grilling or throwing a garden party. They also can transmit heartworm to your pet...

Squirrels can make pests of themselves digging up valuable plants and ripping up the roots of potted plants and in my case, my bonsai collection. I tried many things but found one fairly common...

If your dog or cat is infested with fleas, then you should treat the areas where they live and sleep both indoors and outdoors. You can check for fleas in your yard by wearing white knee high...

For anyone going into the yard and encountering a large snake, getting rid of snakes from your yard is probably going to be your next project. Here are some common ways to keep these unwanted...

When ants move in, it is more than an inconvenience. There is never just one ant, but rather thousands of them that take over an entire area and can eventually decide to move into your home as...