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Ticks and Mites
Mites and ticks are a group of invertebrates related to spiders that are ectoparasites, and live on or burrow into their hosts' skin. They can cause blood loss, skin irritation, allergies, and disease.
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How long do clover mites live indoors?
A week to several months is the length of time that clover mites live indoors. The range occurs because of clover mite life cycles and natural histories and because of environmental conditions, such as occupant hostility or tolerance, predatory presences, and temperature levels. The arachnids in question (Bryobia praetiosa) pass through each of five stages, from eggs through larvae and two nymphal phases to adulthood, within a month for clover mites hatched between spring and fall.
Yes they can get in through the bottom of your car and even your engine, but wouldn't do so in cold weather!(:
Mites live off dead skin. They are microscopic, so you cant see them. There are mites EVERYWHERE.Anywhere you can think of. Like in your hair your eyelashes, or even inyour vaccuum cleaner bag. This is because you laeve dead skin everywhere you go. It comes off of you even as you are reading this.
What does it look like when a tick bite leaves a big red ring?
If a tick leaves a red ring it can often look like a bullseye. This can be a sign of lymes disease, also mild allergies to tick amd misquito bites can cause similar red rings or bullseye looking effects.
What does a deer tick look like?
Deer ticks are VERY small in comparison to others, such as the 'dog tick'. They are tiny black insects with six legs. Deer ticks are also the leading cause of Lyme Disease. For more information and many helpful photos you can visit http://www.oes.org/html/how_2_identify_different_ticks.html
Can a tick bite cause swollen lymph nodes?
Multiple bites from bed bugs will not cause swolen lymph nodes. However, a small fraction of people bitten will turn out to be allergic to the bite.
How long does it take for advantage to kill ticks once applied to the dog?
Its a myth that vaseline works to kill ticks - the best thing to do is to remove the tick yourself or if you are really squeamish, take to the vet. I remove ticks from my dogs all the time, just get close in and pinch them off quickly from its head BEFORE they get engorged. After they are engorged with blood, they will fall off, but you better find it and get rid of it fast. (See Step 7) Here are some good instructions from http://www.ehow.com/how_2257_remove-ticks-pets.html The instrucions say to use tweezers, but I use my fingers (and a latex glove) and then really crush them with tweezers, and then flush. Ick. Ticks are hard to kill. Ticks can cause diseases in dogs whcih can be fatal, so you might want to call your vet to ask for what diseases ticks carry in your region and what signs of disease to look for in your pet in the coming days. Step 1 Check your pet for ticks daily if he spends a lot of time outdoors, especially if you live in an area known for ticks. Step 2 Put on latex gloves to avoid direct contact with the tick and contaminated skin, as diseases can be transmitted from tick to pet to human. Step 3 Feel your pet all over, especially around the neck, head and ears. If you encounter a lump like a small pea, move the fur on your pet to see if you have found a tick. Step 4 Look to see if a tick is protruding from the skin. Ticks are tiny black, brown, reddish or tan disklike arachnids (having eight legs), about the size of the head of a pin. If they have attached themselves to their host (your pet), then they can swell up to the size of a grape in some cases. Step 5 Put your pet in a comfortable position. Ask a friend or family member for help in distracting your pet. Step 6 Grasp the tick with tweezers as close to your pet's skin as possible; make sure not to pinch your pet's skin. Step 7 Pull the tick out using a straight, steady pulling motion. Be gentle; pulling too hard on the tick can cause its head to remain lodged in your pet's skin, which can lead to inflammation and secondary infection. Step 8 Dispose of the tick by throwing it into a fire, or by squishing it in a tissue using the tweezers and then flushing it down the toilet. Do not smash it with your foot or your bare hands. Step 9 Apply antiseptic ointment to the bite. Step 10 Remove and wash the gloves, and wash your hands thoroughly. Step 11 Clean the tweezers with hot water or isopropyl alcohol or by holding them over a flame.
What is the best medicine for ear mites in cats?
The best way to get rid of your cat's earmites is with an ear drop called Acarexx, you can also use Tresaderm to treat them too. However, you need to go to a vet to get these medications.
Are there dust mites in Colorado?
Yes there are, but dust mites are not a huge problem in Colorado due to the low humidity. Dust mites can be transported in from other climates in furniture such as sofas and mattresses, and can persist for 2-3 years.
They are more likely to be found in older buildings, and especially in humid areas such as basements or rooms cooled by evaporative coolers. A common source of exposure is renovation in older buildings.
Are the dust mites are insects and what size?
No they are not insects because they have eight legs and other reasons.
They are "0.4mm in length and at least 0.25mm in width"(Wikipedia)
