05/25/2026
Hey everyone! Recently, I’ve been getting a lot of questions about ticks and fleas as the weather warms up. I want to remind you all that keeping both yourselves and your dogs protected is crucial—especially from the black-legged tick, which can carry Lyme disease. Last year, I was bit by one and did contract Lyme disease, but the signs in humans and dogs are a bit different. In humans, look out for a red bull’s-eye rash, fever, fatigue, and joint pain. In dogs, watch for lameness in the back legs, lethargy, loss of appetite, or fever. If you notice these signs, get your pup or yourself to the doctor or vet immediately. After walks, you can also run a lint sticky roller over your dog’s coat to catch any loose ticks. And it’s really good to know the different types of ticks, in case you do get a black-legged tick. Here’s a chart to help identify them. Let’s stay vigilant and keep ourselves and our dogs safe from Lyme disease. Stay up-to-date with tick and flea treatments, and options like Atlantick spray or natural tick repellent necklaces can also help. If you have questions, I’m here for you!
