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While insect bites are bad enough to deal with already, a single bite from a deer tick (also known as blacklegged ticks) can transmit Lyme disease. Any single of these blood-sucking insects can potentially carry and transmit the bacterium that causes this horrible illness. But do all ticks carry Lyme? No. Do all blacklegged/deer ticks … Continue reading Do All Ticks Carry Lyme Disease? →

You’ve determined your dog has fleas. Now what? You may be in a panic, trying to figure out the best and fastest way to get the fleas off your pet. It’s sad to see your dog itchy and miserable. Plus, you don’t want to end up with a flea infestation in your home. Let’s take … Continue reading How to Get Fleas off My Dog →

How to Build a Fire Pit for Perfect Evenings Outside A fire pit is a classic backyard amenity, providing endless entertainment for families and friends alike. Even better? A fire pit is a relatively easy project that somewhat handy people might feel comfortable tackling on their own. If you want to learn how to build … Continue reading How to Build a Fire Pit →

Enticing kids away from electronics to enjoy the great outdoors is a challenge most parents can understand. With the right backyard activities for kids of all ages, you can keep toddlers, preschoolers, and even teens entertained for hours. Turn your backyard into the place to be, with these activity ideas that transform your yard into … Continue reading Backyard Activities for Kids →

Fleas are one of nature’s more mysterious insects. You’re more likely to notice the consequences of a flea before ever seeing one. But once you see your dog incessantly scratching, you know you might have a problem on your hands. A flea infestation is uncomfortable for your furry friends, but their bites are itchy to … Continue reading Where Do Fleas Come From? →