The word Tick seems to be synonymous with Lyme disease these days. Deer ticks (not named because they are found on deer) are the number one carrier of the lyme bacterium which causes Lyme disease in people, children and the elderly. Lyme disease cases are rising at an alarming rate. Therefore, you can’t be too careful and must do what you can to take ever precaution! OhDEER’s spray application not only reduces the numbers of ticks, but also significantly reduces your mosquito population as well.

Also, when you setup an appointment with ohDEER you will receive a complete property walk through and during that time we will educate you on how to safely reduce the numbers of ticks and mosquito’s on your property.

So please call us today at 888-OHDEER8 or email us at kurt@ohdeer1.com to learn more about our services and set up an appointment. There’s no reason you shouldn’t be enjoying the outdoors!

YOUR YARD • Remove leaf litter and brush around your yard • Reduce knee high brush & grass • Keep your lawn mowed – weekly • Clear play areas (swing set, sand box, etc.) of leaves and debris • If possible, keep play equipment, decks & patios away from your yard’s perimeter • Wood chip or gravel play areas
YOUR KIDS & YOU • Keep children from woodsy or brushy areas • Wear light colored clothing to easily spot any ticks • Wear long pants • Tuck pants into long socks • Tuck shirts into pants • Don’t forget insect repellent!

TICK REMOVAL - THE SOONER THE BETTER!

• Apply alcohol or dish soap on to a cotton ball and dab the tick to help loosen the tick's grasp before removing it. • Use fine-tipped tweezers and protect bare hands with a tissue or gloves to avoid contact with tick fluids. • Grab the tick close to the skin. Do not twist or jerk the tick, as this may cause the mouthparts to break off and remain in the skin. • Gently pull straight up until all parts of the tick are removed. • After removing the tick, wash your hands with soap and water or waterless alcohol-based hand rub. Clean the tick bite with an antiseptic such as iodine scrub, rubbing alcohol, or soap and water. • Contact your healthcare provider if you develop a fever, headache, fatigue, or rash.

REDUCE THE RISK