06/02/2026
🚨 Tick season is in FULL swing already, and they are BAD this year.
We took our dogs for a nice hike in the Blue Hills this weekend… in the last two days alone we’ve pulled almost 40 ticks off between the two dogs and ourselves, even while the dogs are on preventatives.
No matter what prevention route you choose for your dog — topical, collar, chewable, sprays, natural options, or routine tick checks — the most important thing is finding what works best for your dog, your lifestyle, and your comfort level.
For example, one of my dogs has epilepsy, so chewable preventatives are not the right fit for him. Every dog and family is different, and it’s important to make the choice you’re most comfortable with alongside your veterinarian.
A few good habits for summer:
• Check your dog thoroughly after hikes, woods time, or even just being in tall grass
• Pay close attention to ears, toes, armpits, collars, and around the tail
• Keep grass and brush trimmed around your yard when possible
• Remove ticks promptly and correctly
• When disposing of ticks, avoid crushing them with your fingers. Drop them in rubbing alcohol, seal them in tape, or freeze them in a ziplock full of water to make sure they’re actually dead
Ticks are more than just gross — they can carry diseases that affect both dogs and people. Early prevention and regular checks go a long way.
If you’ve pulled multiple ticks off your dog already this season… you’re definitely not alone.
