A Backyard Encounter
A few weeks ago, I was mowing the lawn with my old, barely-working mower. My golden retriever, Mochi, lounged under the oak tree without a care in the world. That’s when I felt an odd tickle on my ankle. At first, I assumed it was a mosquito. But when I looked down, I saw something far worse—a tiny black dot clinging to my skin.
It wasn’t moving, and it definitely wasn’t flying away. I carefully removed it. There it was: a lone star tick, unmistakable with its white spot.
Why Ticks Are No Joke
I usually tolerate the annoyances nature throws at me. Mosquito bites? No problem. Bee stings? Painful, but manageable. But ticks? They send me into full-blown panic mode.
Ticks are more than just gross. They carry serious health risks, and the lone star tick is one of the worst offenders.
Meet the Lone Star Tick
