Keeping ticks away has always been an annoying challenge for me, and it’s even harder with pets, as there are really only so many things that work. I definitely prefer to use natural ingredients when I can, especially around my…
One thing I’ve learned about taking a dog hiking is that you can’t really tame their curious side, and eventually your pup is going to end up exploring off-trail. Unfortunately this is where ticks tend to be, and for this…
Ticks are one of those problems where it seems like everyone has their own “family” fix. I’ve experimented with a handful of at-home tick fixes in my time spent hiking, and I’ve found that there are really only so many…
When it comes to tick prevention, I usually opt for whatever is proven to work best. However, when it comes to protecting my kids or pets, I definitely prefer to use products that I know are safe. “Safer” natural tick…
Ticks are odd little creatures, and I’ve honestly found them to be some of the most stubborn crawlers in the outdoors. A tick can fight its way around clothing and repellent and still make its way onto your body, but…
I was taught early on not to pet a cat’s fur the opposite way, and I’ve always felt that cats are great pets until you do something they don’t like. While most of my cats have been lazy and like…
There really isn’t a better hiking buddy than a cheerful dog, but one thing you’ll always have to watch out for when taking your pup outdoors is ticks. Among the best ways to repel ticks from dogs is the Seresto…
One of the biggest things I look for in outdoor gear is stuff that’s comfortable, high-quality and that’s going to last me a while. Whether it’s protective gear or items in my bag, I like to get the most out…
In my years hiking I’ve learned that there are only so many solutions that actually work to repel ticks. Ticks are stubborn little devils, and while chemicals like permethrin and DEET are proven to stop them in their tracks or…
I like to keep my backyard (and campsite when I’m away) free from snakes but because I have kids and pets, I prefer natural snake repellents. Luckily, there are many effective natural methods to deter snakes that you can choose…