The Saskatchewan ministry of Health is urging Saskatchewan residents to remain vigilant for ticks on themselves and pets this fall. Blacklegged ticks are rare in Saskatchewan, but remain active throughout the fall and are found in tall grass and brush. In Saskatchewan, any ticks found in the fall are likely blacklegged ticks, which can […]
Tick Tock. Tick Tock. Tick talk? It’s nearly that time again. It’s just about tick season, and Saskatchewan residents are being reminded to watch out for the critters as they venture outdoors this spring. The vile little pests pose not just a risk to people, but our pets as well. Dr. Emily Boutilier is with […]
It’s officially tick season in Saskatchewan. The provincial government wants to remind residents that watching for ticks both on people and pets is important after heading out to areas where the pest is common. Most ticks found in Saskatchewan are the American dog tick. This species is active from mid-April to the end of July […]
