Discover the expert in you.
Discover the expert in you.
There is nothing worse that a pesky pup trampling through your freshly planted garden or perfectly landscaped flowerbed. Rather than solving this problem with harsh chemicals or techniques that can prove dangerous to dogs, opt for creating a natural barrier by strategically choosing plants that will repel and deter canines. According to the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center, there is no plant that is guaranteed as a dog repellent, but there are several plant species that will help to discourage and deter these furry companions from causing too much damage.
Eastern redcedar (Juniperus virginiana) is a coniferous, evergreen tree with a tall, conical shape and wood that serves a number of useful purposes. Oil from the young wood of the tree acts as a repellent and pesticide against certain ticks, particularly larval ones. The inner wood of the tree also is renowned for repelling insects and moths and providing medicinal properties.
Ticks are relatives to spiders. According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, ticks suck the blood of their hosts and pass diseases, such as Lyme disease, from one host to another. Many of these diseases affect humans. Kid-safe ways to repel ticks should be used especially if you live in an area, such as the northeastern part of the United States, where tickborne diseases are a problem.
In some areas of the country, ticks can be a big problem, especially for dogs that spend a lot of time outside. Some dog owners, though, do not like to use chemicals to help prevent their dog from getting bitten by ticks. For those who do not want to use chemical treatments, garlic powder offers an effective natural method to prevent ticks on your dog.
Wood ticks, such as the Dermacentor andersoni (Rocky Mountain wood tick) and Dermacentor variabilis (American dog tick) species, can contribute to the transmission of diseases that include Rocky Mountain spotted fever and tularemia. Preventing ticks from biting can help you avoid illness, especially when ticks become more active during April to September, indicates the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Ticks are arachnids that feed on human and animal blood. They mainly live on the grounds of dense woodlands. Whether you are a beginning or well-seasoned camper, learning about tick repellents and how to avoid bites is essential, because ticks can transmit various diseases, such as Lyme disease and ehrlichiosis. Prepare before going camping so you can protect yourself from getting bitten.
You might want to keep any dogs from getting on your property's grass because of the excrement that they leave on it. Sometimes, your neighbor is unhelpful and just allows his dog to go on your lawn. There are various ways that you can explore to make sure that a dog stops targeting your lawn. These methods are all humane and safe for dogs.
If you enjoy hiking in the woods or hunting, you're at risk for tick bites. Although this may seem like just an inconvenience, ticks can carry very dangerous diseases, including Lyme disease. Get bitten by a tick and your life could change forever. One method to protect yourself from tick bites is to apply DEET to your clothes. DEET is an insect repellent proven to stop ticks from biting the body, keeping you safe from harm.
Deer ticks are tiny insects about the size of a grain of coffee. Do not let their small size fool you into believing they are harmless, though; these ticks are the primary carriers of Lyme disease. Bites from infected bugs can cause serious illness to humans and animals. Ticks position themselves on blades of grass and plants in forests or areas of dense vegetation, waiting for a person or animal to come into contact with them. They then attach themselves to the host. Fortunately, there are ways to prevent deer tick attacks.
If you don't want to deal with your dog contracting Rocky Mountain spotted fever, Lyme disease or tick paralysis, you need to take measures to prevent your dog from getting wood ticks. These steps include applying a topical treatment as well as preventive treatments for your home, your dog's bedding and your lawn.
Having a dog can be a rewarding experience. Unfortunately, she can be the carrier of parasites, such as fleas and ticks. Usually, flea bites are not a serious problem for dogs; however, if your dog's immune system is low or your dog has an allergy to fleas, she can experience a number of problems including anemia, skin irritation, and in extreme cases, death. Ticks are a more serious problem since they carry diseases, such as Lyme disease. Treating your dog for fleas and ticks can be expensive, but there are things you can do at home to keep them off…
Most dogs enjoy playing outdoors because of the exciting variety of smells that often sends them tracking a scent through tall grass, wooded areas, or other tick-infested terrains. Because ticks can transmit a number of diseases, you need to exercise preventative measures in order to keep them from infecting your pet and making their way into your home.
You can make your own tick repellent for use on dogs, cats, farm animals and yourself. This tick repellent uses Neem oil as the active ingredient. A scientific study published in the South African Journal of Animal Science showed that Neem was an effective tick repellent when used on goats. Neem has also been successfully used in dog, cat and human tick repellents, as well as being a natural nontoxic agricultural insecticide. An added benefit for using neem in a tick repellent is that it also repels fleas and mosquitoes.
As people become more concerned with pesticide use on pets, the search for natural deterrents to pests, including ticks, increases. Unfortunately, there is no perfect solution that provides strong prevention and is all natural. A multiphase approach works best but must be evaluated against the risks.
According to the University of Wisconsin deer ticks feed only three times in their two-year lives. If your dog, however, provides only a single meal for one deer tick, he could develop Lyme disease. He could also carry disease-bearing deer ticks into your home. Preventing deer ticks from getting to your pet simply makes sense.
