What is the best treatment for tick control in my yard?
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I need to control tick population in our yard but I am afraid to apply something that would hurt our dogs.
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We used Sevin Dust per our Vets recommendation.
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See if these links help at all.
https://www.bayeradvanced.com/articles/10-easy-ways-to-rid-your-lawn-of-fleas-and-ticks
http://www.tickencounter.org/prevention/protect_your_yard
https://www.petcarerx.com/article/compare-the-3-types-of-flea-and-tick-medication-for-dogs/2790
I spray the perimeter of my property and base of my house with vinegar once a month. Does need to be repeated after rain or snow. It has helped a a lot.
Free range chickens love to eat ticks. If that isn't possible keep your grass mowed short. Clean out or trim all shrubs.
Hi there, Eucalyptus oil is known as an effective tick repellent and killer. Just combine 4 ounces of purified or distilled water into a small spray bottle along with 20 drops of eucalyptus essential oil. You can also use diatomaceous earth. This article will give you more information on why and how it works - https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/what-is-diatomaceous-earth