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Pest Management Priducts Division of CSPA
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Removing and Disposing of Ticks - A tick should be removed immediately with tweezers by grasping the tick as close as possible to the skin and slowly pulling it away. Do not remove ticks with vaseline, hot objects such as matches or cigarettes or by other methods. These methods can increase the chance of a host tick injecting bacteria into the person. Be sure to kill and dispose of any detected ticks. Do not brush a tick into the grass, where it can colonize and continue to pose a health risk. Wash hands after contact.
If Bitten - If bitten by a tick, treat the bite site with a topical antibiotic and over the next few weeks watch for any rash or flu like symptoms. Consult a physician about any questions.
Animals - Insecticidal products such as tick sprays, collars, dips, pour ons, shampoos, and other forms all may prove effective for pets and other animals. When animals have been running in yards, fields and woods during tick season inspect them on their return and remove any ticks. Wear light colored clothes for your own protection to facilitate detection should ticks move from the animal to you.
In the Home - Products used for flea control in the home will usually control ticks as well. These include total release foggers, direct sprays and powders. Be sure to follow label directions.
