Paralysis ticks are a real concern for families and pet owners in Tarragindi, especially on blocks that back onto Toohey Forest or sit close to bush tracks. Ticks live in leaf litter, long grass and shrubs, and climb onto people and animals as they brush past. They are most active from late winter through spring and into summer, which is when many dogs and cats end up at the vet with tick bites.
A tick treatment focuses on the yard, since that is where ticks wait for a host. When you call, tell us how your block meets the bush, whether pets roam the whole yard and if there are areas of thick ground cover. The crew we book treats the shaded, damp zones where ticks gather, paying extra attention to the boundary with bushland. A tick visit usually covers:
- Fence lines that back onto bushland
- Leaf litter, mulch and shaded garden beds
- Long grass and the edges of lawns
- Under decks, sheds and outdoor furniture
- Pet runs, kennels and favourite resting spots
Yard work helps a lot. Keep grass short, rake up leaf litter, and trim shrubs so sunlight reaches the ground. A clear strip of mowed lawn or gravel between the bush and the play area gives ticks fewer places to hide. Check pets every day in tick season, running your fingers through their coat, especially around the head, neck and ears, and talk to your vet about tick prevention for your animals. After walks in Toohey Forest, check children and yourself too.
A yard treatment reduces tick numbers, but new ticks can move in from the bush, so many households book at the start of the season. You hear the price before any work starts. To book a tick treatment in Tarragindi, call 07 3543 7771 and we will line up a nearby crew.
