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Most people believe that colder temperatures kill ticks but we’re here to let you know that myth is FALSE. During the fall season (October and November), ticks are active and looking to feed as they know winter is on the horizon and they’ll need to survive until spring. As long as they are not covered…
The summer of COVID-19 has brought guests from all over the world to our gorgeous home known as the Hamptons. While it’s nice to have somewhere to escape to, it’s important to remember ticks have also made their way onto your lawn and they aren’t going anywhere anytime soon. Ticks are being found just about…
Tips for Staying Safe This Summer The summer of COVID-19 will bring smaller than usual gatherings with family and friends including BBQs and outdoor celebrations. Unfortunately, the summer of COVID-19 will also bring irritating mosquitos, bugs, and ticks that will bug you and your guests. Always remember to protect yourself and guests by limiting the…
While it’s always important to protect yourself from ticks, we can’t forget about our furry friends! Ticks are VERY small, therefore they can be easy to miss and are sometimes latched on for days before we come across them. Both cats and dogs can be infected with Lyme disease and cats are especially vulnerable to…
May is Lyme Awareness Month and while things seem a little different this year, one thing remains the same, ticks are out, active and aren’t going anywhere any time soon! This past winter was very mild, therefore ticks are already out and about, and are looking for their first meal of the season and we…
There are many questions surrounding the novel coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19), including how it’s spread. With warm weather approaching, there may be concerns about disease transmission from insects, but it’s important to note that coronavirus is not spread by vector pests. While the best and most up-to-date resource for information on coronavirus remains the Centers…
Warmer days are behind us, but ticks remain active through the end of November and fall is adult tick season! In the fall, ticks are actively looking to feed before the cooler winter months arrive to help them survive into the spring season. According to the Tick Encounter Resource Center, the adult stage deer tick…
Be Prepared for Warm Winter Days and A Lot of Ticks Ticks bug everyone and because of the diseases they carry, they are a real threat to humans and our health. Most people believe ticks are only active in the late spring, summer, and early fall, but ticks are finding hosts and are active all…
Next time you think you might have chiggers, you may want to think again. The population of Lone Star ticks has dramatically risen in recent years, which in result, has increased the risk of tick-borne disease on the East End. New anecdotal evidence has suggested that the larvae of these ticks are what’s causing those…
The summer season is in full effect and Hampton residents and their pets are excited to spend more time outdoors! Visits to the beach are becoming a daily thing, days are getting longer and spent barbecuing by the pool, and these are all things we have been waiting for since last September. However, oftentimes we’re…