Tick exposure risk varies over the seasons of the year and there is seasonality to what tick species dogs or people are likely to encounter, writes Scott Weese, DVM. His recent experience with his own dog and the article are relevant for veterinary teams, retailers, pet services personnel and pet owners as fall progresses.
Source: Worms and Germs, October 21, 2025. Link.
There is an important dog factor to consider with regard to the risk of human exposure to ticks. Loose ticks can also fall off a pet or be transferred to people or other animals that weren’t necessarily exposed to the environment where the tick originated.”
Related: Are ticks active in winter?, Whole Dog Journal, September 30, 2025. Link.