Why Ticks Are More Than Just a Nuisance
Ticks may be tiny, but they can carry serious health risks for both pets and people. Once attached, ticks can transmit diseases that don’t always show symptoms right away. That’s what makes them so dangerous—and why quick action and prevention are key.
Below is a list of common tick-borne illnesses seen in Dallas and surrounding areas. Please note, unless otherwise specified, they can affect animals and humans:
- Lyme Disease
- Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever
- Southern Tick-Associated Rash Illness (STARI) (No known cases in pets)
- Alpha-gal Syndrome (Affects humans only)
- Ehrlichiosis
- Anaplasmosis
- Powassan Virus (Only affects humans; not known to impact pets)
The problem is, you can’t tell just by looking whether a tick is infected. Because many of these diseases are zoonotic (meaning they can affect both animals and humans), tick control and prevention are essential for Dallas residents and their pets.
Where Dallas Ticks Like to Hide
Here in North Texas, there are a few species you’re more likely to run into, including:
- Lone Star Tick
- Brown Dog Tick
- American Dog Tick
- Deer Tick (Blacklegged Tick)
Ticks don’t jump or fly—they wait in tall grass, overgrown brush, or shaded areas, ready to latch onto anything that brushes by. If you’ve got wooded areas, piles of leaves, or even a rodent problem, your risk goes way up. That’s why understanding where ticks hide is the first step toward controlling them.
How to Make Your Property Less Appealing to Ticks Right Now
Here are some simple, practical ways to make your yard less inviting to ticks:
- Keep your grass short and brush trimmed
- Clear away leaf litter and yard debris
- Wash your pet’s bedding regularly
- Check your pets daily for ticks, especially around ears, neck, and paws
- Talk to your vet about year-round flea and tick prevention products
These steps help, but if ticks have already appeared in your home or yard, you’ll need a little backup.
Why Dallas Pet Owners Trust The Pied Piper
Tick control isn’t a one-size-fits-all service. At The Pied Piper, we take the time to inspect your property, identify the tick species involved, and look for any underlying factors, like rodents or wildlife, that may be contributing to the problem.
We use targeted treatments to eliminate these biting pests. Our team knows where ticks hide and how to disrupt their lifecycle, so you’re not just reducing the population—you’re getting ahead of it.
If other pest problems (like mice or raccoons) are contributing to your tick issue, we can help with those, too. One call. One team. Full protection.
Let’s Take the Worry Out of Tick Season
If you’re tired of feeling anxious whenever your pets or family go outside or you’ve already found ticks inside, let us help. The Pied Piper has protected Dallas-area families and their pets for over 15 years; you can count on us!
Call us at 888-737-8943 or schedule online here.
We’ll create a plan that fits your home, your pets, and your peace of mind.
