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Hydrangeas & Rhododendrons: Fall Blooms

Oct 03, 2023

Deer

Blooming Beauties: Hydrangeas and Rhododendrons in Fall Two of deer’s favorite plants to eat, hydrangeas and rhododendrons, are in bloom now! Contrary to popular belief, these plants bloom not only during the spring and summer, but also during the fall! Fall-blooming or late-season varieties have evolved to bloom later in the year. It is essential […]

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Tick Activity: Fall 2023

Sep 26, 2023

Ticks

Tick Activity: Fall 2023 According to TIME, this may be the worst tick season ever! Tick encounters have significantly increased over 2023. There are multiple reasons for the increase in tick activity causing these grievances. Warmer weather caused by climate change allows ticks to be active for longer during the year, causing more intense tick […]

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Creative & Cost-Effective: Building DIY Bird Feeders for Your Yard

Sep 12, 2023

Yard Tips

Bird watching can be a delightful and relaxing hobby, and what better way to attract feathered friends to your garden than with bird feeders? Birds are also helpful allies for pest control, some even eat mosquitos! Homemade bird feeders not only provide snacks to your backyard birds, but also add a charming touch to your […]

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Tick-borne Illnesses in Cats

Sep 02, 2023

Pets

Tick-borne illnesses are infections spread from tick to host. Humans and dogs are often the most talked about when brainstorming prevention methods, but cats can also be bitten by ticks. Don’t fear, ohDEER is here to answer some of the most commonly asked questions about tick-borne illnesses in cats. What ticks can spread infections to […]

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Tick-Borne Illnesses in Dogs

Aug 24, 2023

Pets

Tick-borne illnesses are infections spread from tick to host. It is not only humans who need to worry about being bitten by these disease-ridden pests, they often attach to dogs. Don’t fear, ohDEER is here to answer some of the most commonly asked questions about tick-borne illnesses in dogs and how you can prevent them. […]

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What is the Best Pest Control Company?

Aug 03, 2023

ohDEER

ohDEER is the best pest control company! Here’s why All-natural is all we do! The products we spray are safe for kids, pets, and your yard. No other wildlife will be harmed by our chemical-free pest control. Our technicians are even able to spray without needing to wear face masks. Pets and kids are free […]

5 Tips for Making a Butterfly Garden

Jul 24, 2023

Yard Tips

Now that we are in peak butterfly season, we have compiled a list of tips for building your own butterfly garden. Our main goal is for you to be able to enjoy more time outside, and what is more beautiful to watch than a butterfly garden! Butterflies act as pollinators and their presence will benefit […]

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Best Ways To Make A Bug Bite Stop Itching

Jul 12, 2023

Mosquitoes

Why does a mosquito bite itch? When a mosquito latches onto you, it leaves behind its saliva which contains proteins the human body registers as unwanted. Your body then releases histamines in an effort to protect you. These compounds are what causes the itching sensation as well as swelling. Here are some of the most […]

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Rabbit Feeding or Deer Feeding?

Jul 02, 2023

Deer

Whitetail deer and cottontail rabbits may be cute, but they can cause a lot of damage to plants, landscaping, and your wallet! Deer and rabbits are both feeding during all 4 seasons of the year. Not sure who’s been feasting in your backyard? Before pointing fingers, here are some tips for determining if the culprit […]

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