I like to think of myself as someone who cares deeply about all living things.
Spiders? Snakes? Most people can’t stand them, but I’m usually okay—I don’t run away from them or anything. You could say I’ve got a pretty high tolerance for creepy crawlies.

But not ticks.
As much as I hate to admit it… I wouldn’t lose a wink of sleep if every tick vanished tomorrow.

They’re not just annoying—they can be dangerous too.
Ticks can spread serious diseases like Lyme disease and Rocky Mountain spotted fever, which is why you definitely don’t want them hanging around your home.

So, what should you do if you come across a tick?

Here’s a quick guide:

Identify and isolate the problem
Figure out what kind of tick it is (dog tick, black-legged tick, etc.).
If it’s in your home, keep your kids and pets away until it’s gone.

Protect yourself
Wear gloves and long sleeves when dealing with ticks to avoid getting bitten.