Tag: ticks

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Yarrow herb is stronger than DEET at repelling mosquitos and ticks, and it’s completely non-toxic

We’re approaching summer bug season in many parts of the northern hemisphere, which in addition to sun and fun means lots of smelly insect repellant wafting through the air. The standard chemical ingredient in many conventional bug sprays is DEET, a neurotoxic chemical that, although it seems to work against annoying critters, is also working […]

5 Signs Your Dog Has Lyme’s Disease

Lyme’s disease is one of the most devastating diseases for your pet and can eventually cause death through kidney failure if left untreated. Your dog can only get Lyme’s if an infected tick was attached to your pet for a minimum of 48 hours. The good news is that Lyme’s disease only affects about 10% […]