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How to Keep Your Humans and Pets Safe From

TicksTips for New Hampshire Homeowners This Season


tick climbing on a leaf

As warmer weather arrives in New Hampshire, so do ticks. These tiny pests are more than just an annoyance — they can carry serious diseases like Lyme disease, anaplasmosis, and ehrlichiosis. Whether you're hiking the trails, enjoying your backyard, or letting your pets roam free, it's important to stay proactive.


Here’s how to protect your family — furry or otherwise — from ticks this season:


1. Maintain Your Yard

Ticks love tall grass and leaf litter. Keep your property tidy by:

  • Mowing the lawn regularly

  • Clearing brush and leaves

  • Creating a gravel or wood chip barrier between lawns and wooded areas

  • Stacking firewood neatly in dry, sunny spots


2. Dress Smart Outdoors

When heading into grassy or wooded areas:

  • Wear long sleeves and pants

  • Tuck pants into socks

  • Stick to the center of trails

  • Wear light-colored clothing to spot ticks easily


3. Use Tick Repellents

  • Apply EPA-registered repellents like DEET or picaridin on exposed skin

  • Treat clothing and gear with permethrin

  • For pets, talk to your vet about year-round flea and tick preventatives


4. Check for Ticks After Outdoor Time

Always check yourself, your kids, and pets after spending time outside — especially:

  • Under arms

  • In and around ears

  • Behind knees

  • Around the waist

  • On pets: under collars, around tails, and between toes


5. Shower Soon After Being Outside

Showering within two hours of being outdoors can help wash away ticks and reduce your risk of infection.


6. Know How to Remove a Tick Safely

If you find a tick:

  • Use fine-tipped tweezers

  • Grasp the tick close to the skin and pull upward steadily

  • Clean the bite area with rubbing alcohol or soap and water

  • Monitor for signs of illness and contact your doctor or vet if needed


Thinking of Buying a Home With a Yard or Trails?

Living close to nature is a New Hampshire dream — and with a few smart steps, you can enjoy it safely. At Century 21 Circa 72, we know the local environment and can help you find a home that fits your lifestyle.


Let us help you find a property where you (and your pets!) can feel at home.


Visit us in Concord or explore listings online today.

 
 
 

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