acts as the vector, meaning that an infected tick can transmit the disease when it bites another host.
Therefore, preventing ticks on pets can also help reduce potential exposure for people in the household.
Do All Ticks Carry Diseases?
No.
Not every tick is infected with a disease-causing organism.
The risk depends on several factors, including:
- The species of tick
- Where the tick is found
- Whether the tick is carrying an infectious organism
- How long the tick remains attached
- How common tick-borne diseases are in the area
Even when ticks
