🌿 Outdoor-Safe Flea & Tick Prevention Tips:

1. Keep Grass Short & Shrubs Trimmed

Ticks thrive in tall grass, brush, and shaded areas. Keep your lawn mowed and remove leaf litter or debris where fleas and ticks love to hide.

2. Create a “Tick-Safe Zone” in Your Yard

Add a mulch or gravel barrier (3+ feet wide) between wooded areas and your lawn to discourage ticks from crossing into play spaces.

3. Keep Wildlife Away

Animals like raccoons, deer, and stray cats can carry ticks into your yard. Use fencing or motion-activated lights to discourage unwanted visitors.

4. Wash Outdoor Bedding & Toys Frequently

Fleas and ticks can cling to your dog’s outdoor beds, toys, and even doormats. Wash them weekly in hot water to kill any hitchhikers.

5. Do Regular “Tick Checks” After Outdoor Time

Check your dog’s ears, underarms, groin, between the toes, and tail base. Use a flea comb for extra help. Make sure to check out TickMitt which is a great tool for all breeds in removing ticks easily.

6. Avoid Letting Dogs Roam Into Wooded or Tall Grass Areas

Stick to well-kept paths when walking your dog, and avoid letting them explore thick brush or shady wooded zones where ticks hide.

7. Hose Down After Hikes or Outdoor Play

A quick rinse with water can help dislodge any loose fleas or ticks before they attach.

8. Maintain Year-Round Preventative Care

Even with outdoor precautions, a monthly flea/tick preventative is still your dog’s best protection — especially in warmer climates where pests never fully go away.