I feed outdoor cats and noticed one had a large tick on her ear. I had never thought of them as a threat as I do not touch them or anything but I feel bad for these strays so I do feed them.
I am now concerned they could bring ticks to my doorstep. I will now feed them in a different location.
My question is, what can I use as an effective tick repellant on my outdoor patio area?
I do believe the ticks are particularly bad this year.
Posted by gigimac (Member # 33353) on :
I am now reading the sticky, tick prevention thread.
great info.
will leave this question up in case anyone has any other suggestions
Posted by map1131 (Member # 2022) on :
Please be very careful around these feral cats. They are known to carrying many diseases and especially Bartonella.
Even a little scratch can become a big deal. Or you having an open wound on your finger and come in contact with their saliva.
Pam
Posted by gigimac (Member # 33353) on :
thanks for giving me a headas up, hadn't thought of touching the bowls they eat out of.