NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WTVF) — It's peak tick season — which means it's all the more important to check yourself, your kids, and your pets for bugs. A local veterinarian says this year has seen an ...

Whether you’ve experienced an infestation before or not, every cat owner understands how difficult it is to get rid of ticks and fleas. While outdoor cats are more prone to getting fleas or ticks, ...

Dogs are highly susceptible to tick bites and can easily bring ticks indoors, increasing the risk of tick-borne disease for the entire household. According to the CDC, pets that spend time in grassy, ...

Act quickly, but remove the tick carefully so you don't crush the bug, which may be full of infected blood. Here’s how to remove a tick that’s attached to your skin, according to the CDC guidelines: ...