Ticks are a real concern for pet owners in Sunnybank, most of all in homes near parks, bushland and the Toohey Forest and Karawatha Forest reserves. Ticks sit on long grass and low shrubs and grab onto passing dogs, cats and people. Tick control reduces the number of ticks waiting in your yard, so there are fewer chances for them to get on board.
The crew we book treats the parts of the yard where ticks are most likely to be. That means fence lines, long grass along the edges, garden beds, leaf litter and any border with bush or a reserve. They also treat around kennels and pet runs. Short grass in full sun holds fewer ticks, so it gets less attention. Before the visit, mow the yard and move toys and pet bowls out of the way.
- Fence lines and long grass
- Garden beds and leaf litter
- Borders with bush or reserves
- Kennels and pet runs
- Tips on keeping the yard tidy
Keeping grass short, clearing leaf litter and trimming shrubs back from paths all help between visits. Checking pets after walks in parks and bushland is a good habit. If you find a tick on a person, please see a doctor, and if you find one on your pet, call your vet straight away. If someone becomes very unwell, call 000. The crew we book treats the yard only, not people or pets.
Tick control is often booked with backyard flea control in Sunnybank, since both are found in the same shady spots. Spring and early summer are the busiest months for ticks on Brisbane's south side. Call 07 3543 7773 for upfront pricing and a time that suits.
