I like to think of myself as a friend to all creatures—even spiders and snakes don’t really faze me. You could say I have a pretty high tolerance for creepy crawlies… but ticks? That’s where I draw the line. Honestly, if ticks vanished from the face of the Earth tomorrow, I wouldn’t lose a second of sleep. They’re not just annoying little pests—they’re invasive troublemakers with a dangerous bite.
Ticks aren’t just creepy—they can carry serious illnesses like Lyme disease and Rocky Mountain spotted fever, making them the last guests you want crashing your home. Depending on where you live, the time of year, and if you have pets, your chances of encountering ticks can spike. So, what’s the smart move if you spot a tick inside your house? Let’s dive in and find out.
