Tick Season In Colorado

Prevention, Early Detection & Expert Care

Colorado’s parks, trails, and open spaces are perfect for outdoor adventures—but they also increase your pet’s risk of tick exposure. At Evolution Primary Care (EPC) and Evolution Veterinary Specialists (EVS), we’re here to help protect your pet with preventive care, prompt diagnosis, and emergency treatment when needed.

Why Tick Prevention Matters

Ticks are more than just a nuisance—they can transmit diseases such as:

Lyme Disease
Anaplasmosis
Ehrlichiosis
Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever

Early detection and year-round prevention are the best ways to keep your pet healthy.

Tick Prevention Tips

Help reduce your pet's risk by:

♦ Using veterinarian-recommended flea and tick prevention year-round .
♦ Checking your pet after walks, hikes, or outdoor play
♦ Avoiding tall grasses and brush when possible
♦ Keeping your yard well maintained

At Evolution Primary Care, we can recommend the best parasite prevention based on your pet's lifestyle.

If you find a tick on your pet:

♦ Remove it carefully using fine-tipped tweezers or a tick removal tool.
♦ Pull straight upward with steady pressure.
♦ Clean the area with a pet-safe antiseptic.
♦ Monitor your pet for signs of illness over the next several weeks.

Avoid burning the tick or using petroleum jelly, oils, or nail polish, as these methods can make removal more difficult.

When to Contact a Veterinarian

Schedule an appointment with Evolution Primary Care if:

- You're unable to remove the tick completely.
- The bite becomes red or irritated.
- You have questions about tick prevention.
- Your pet needs tick-borne disease testing or follow-up care.

Visit EVS Emergency Immediately If Your Pet Has:

- - Severe lethargy or collapse
  - Difficulty breathing
  - Pale gums
  - Trouble walking
  - Seizures
  - Persistent vomiting or diarrhea
  - Uncontrolled bleeding

Our emergency team is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to care for pets with urgent medical needs.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can indoor pets get ticks?

Yes. Ticks can be brought indoors on people, other pets, or wildlife.

Do cats need tick prevention?

Yes. Cats can also be exposed to ticks and should receive veterinarian-recommended protection.

Is tick prevention needed year-round?

Yes. Colorado's changing weather means ticks can remain active during warmer periods throughout the year.

How can I schedule an appointment?

Give us a call at 720-510-7707 to book an appointment with EPC, or you can walk in any time for our ER.