06/10/2026
Great info from our sister clinic, Geneva Veterinary Clinic
There is a new tick study from Ohio State University. The study found that ticks can live in our homes for up to 3 weeks without feeding on a human or animal.
Ticks are often brought into the house on our clothing/shoes and by our pets. It is important to check pets as well as ourselves for ticks after being outdoors, knowing that infection takes place within 24 hours.
Since ticks do not die in the winter, keeping your pets on flea/tick prevention year-round is important to help keep them safe from tick-borne diseases.
If you would like to read more about the study, click on the link below.
https://www.dvm360.com/view/some-ticks-can-survive-longer-in-your-home-that-previously-believed-new-study-finds