Tick Control Canberra
Effective Tick Treatments
Ticks are a growing problem in Canberra. These small bugs can spread diseases. Getting bitten by a tick is no fun. The bite can cause pain, itching, and infection. They carry bacteria that cause bad symptoms if not treated.
You don’t want these pests in your home. The best way to control them is to call Pro Pest Control Canberra. With over 10 years of experience, we know how to get rid of ticks safely and effectively.
Call us today to schedule an inspection and treatment. Our expert team will come to your home and use proven methods to control ticks in your yard, home exterior, and inside.
Protect your loved ones from dangerous ticks.
Phone now at 02 5501 5555 or visit our contact page to get the tick problem solved.
What are Ticks?
Ticks are small parasitic insects that feed on the blood of mammals, birds, and reptiles. There are over 800 tick species worldwide, but only a handful are common in Canberra.
The most common species include:
- Paralysis ticks – Also called Ixodes holocyclus. They secrete a toxin that can cause paralysis in pets. Very small, poppy seed sized.
- Brown dog ticks – Also called Rhipicephalus sanguineus. As the name suggests, they feed on dogs but also bite humans. Bigger than paralysis.
- Bush ticks – Also called Haemaphysalis longicornis. They feed on a variety of hosts. Medium sized.
- Cattle ticks – Also called Rhipicephalus australis. Mainly feed on livestock animals but occasionally bite humans. Larger in size.
Ticks go through four life stages; egg, larvae, nymph, and adult. They need a blood meal at every cycle to grow and survive.
These parasites wait on the edges of lawns, gardens, and trails waiting to latch onto a host. When a person or animal brushes up against them, they quickly climb on board. Then they find a suitable spot to attach for feeding.
The Risks
Ticks spread diseases that can make you or your fall ill:
- Lyme disease – Causes fevers, rashes, joint pain
- Tick paralysis – Can be fatal in pets
- Babesiosis – Causes anemia in pets
- Ehrlichiosis – Causes bleeding disorders in pets
- Flinders Island fever – Causes headaches and muscle ache
- Tick typhus – Causes rash, fever, headaches
They can also cause some health issues like epidermal infections and allergic reactions from their bites.
Signs of Infestation
- Finding ticks on pets
- Skin irritation or bites on people or pets
- Lethargy, weakness, or uncoordinated movements in pets
- Loss of appetite in pets
How to Control and Prevent
- Clear tall grasses and brush around your property
- Use residual pesticide sprays on your lawn
- Treat pets with vet-approved prevention
- Check for and remove ticks daily
Caution:
Never remove ticks with your bare hands. Always use fine-tipped tweezers to grasp them close to skin and pull them straight up. Call your vet if you can’t remove the entire tick.
What to Do If You Have a Tick Problem
If you see signs of ticks in your home or on your pets, take action right away. Call us at 02 5501 5555 to schedule an effective tick removal service. The sooner you treat, the better.
Our Tick Control Services
- Yard treatments
- Pet tick prevention
- Interior treatment plan
- Tick inspection & monitoring
- Emergency tick removal
- Follow-up treatments
Why Choose Us
- 10+ years experience
- Licensed & insured
- Warranties offered
- Fast appointments
- Family owned & operated
- 100% customer satisfaction
- Affordable cost
- Kid & pet-friendly
Our Locations
We serve residential and commercial clients in:
- Inner North
- Belconnen
- Inner South
- Tuggeranong
- Weston Creek
- Woden Valley
- Gungahlin
Contact Us
Ready to get rid of ticks?
It’s time to give us a ring at 02 5501 5555 or visit our contact page to schedule service.
