Prevention

Pesticides may be used for prevention if not harmful to the surrounding environment as well as clearing of leaves, woodpiles, trees, and brush.

N,N-diethyl-meta-toluamide (DEET) tick and insect repellents can be used frequently but sparingly and in less than a concentration of 30% due to possible side effects.

The skin should be washed once inside.

Permethrin can be used to kill ticks on contact and can be applied to clothes.

One should also check themselves for ticks when needed and remove them making sure to remove all parts including the head.

Antimicrobials can be used for prevention but are very rare as the chance of infection is low.

Vaccination in dogs to prevent Lyme disease may be used.

CAPC recommends that all pets be maintained year-round on highly effective acaricides with residual activity against ticks.