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Published May 02, 2012, 12:00 AM

Growing Green - Keep your eyes open for ticks

This early spring has brought more than just flowers. I found a tick on my cat and dog the other day. Yuck! If you have been spending a lot of time outside on the beautiful days we have had lately, chances are you’ve also seen one of these pesky buggers.

By: Robin Trott, U of M Extension educator, Alexandria Echo Press

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