Unwanted Hitchhikers: How Wildlife Can Bring Ticks Into Your Home

When wildlife make their way into your home, they aren't the only hazard. They can bring other pests along with them – including ticks. Because ticks attach firmly to their hosts, animals like rodents, raccoons, and even pets can unknowingly transport them indoors. This becomes a serious concern since ticks are known carriers of diseases that can affect both people and pets, making wildlife entry more than just a nuisance.

Types of Wildlife That May Carry Ticks

Most of the time, if you get an animal like raccoon or opossum in your home, you might guess that it could carry unwanted hitchhikers along with it. Unfortunately, other wildlife could also bring ticks, fleas, and pests into the home. For example, if you've had a bird fly into the house or a squirrel creep into the attic, they could bring ticks along for the ride. Mice and rats can also carry ticks. 

Other Ways Ticks Can Enter the Home

Furry intruders in your home aren't the only ones who can bring in ticks. In fact, you and your pets can bring ticks into the home, too--especially if you've been in contact with wildlife. If your pets often roam around outdoors, conduct a tick check when they come back inside, particularly if they've been in high grass, in heavily wooded areas, or near wildlife. These simple checks can protect not only your furry family members, but the other members of the household, too. 

Prevent Wildlife From Bringing Ticks Into Your Home

If you're worried about wildlife and the hitchhikers they bring along with them, let Critter Guard create a hedge of protection around your property. We have a range of wildlife control products that can help prevent wildlife (and the ticks they bring with them) from accessing your home and property. Want to learn more? Contact us to discuss your pest control options and how to create that vital line of protection.