🪳🌾 Fleas and Ticks in the Yard: What’s Bringing Them and How to Get Rid of Them

Alex Perpetuo
Jul 1
2 min read

If your pets are scratching or you’ve found tiny bites on your ankles after being outside, you may be dealing with fleas or ticks in your yard. In Florida’s warm and humid climate, these pests thrive—and they don’t just arrive by chance.

At Rogue Pest & Wildlife Control, we help homeowners in Port St. Lucie, Palm City, and beyond get their yards back. Here’s what you need to know.

🐾 What Attracts Fleas and Ticks to Your Yard

Fleas and ticks don’t just appear—they hitch rides on wildlife, pets, or even you. Common culprits include:

Raccoons, opossums, and stray cats
Squirrels or rodents nesting in or near your home
Shaded, overgrown areas with moist ground
Pet bedding or rest spots near trees and fences

These pests reproduce quickly and spread fast—especially in the warmer months.

A close-up of a tick crawling on a green blade of grass in a sunlit backyard, with moisture droplets and organic debris in the background.

⚠️ The Risks of Flea and Tick Infestations

Fleas and ticks are more than itchy inconveniences:

🦠 Ticks transmit Lyme disease, Ehrlichiosis, and other infections
🐕 Fleas cause tapeworms and dermatitis in pets
👶 Young children can have allergic reactions to bites

If your pet brings them indoors, the problem can quickly become a full-blown infestation.

🛠️ How Rogue Treats Fleas and Ticks Outdoors

Our comprehensive outdoor treatment includes:

🌿 Perimeter barrier application with professional-grade products
🪴 Targeted yard fogging for heavy infestations
🚫 Breeding site identification and advice (mulch, damp shaded zones)
🗓️ Repeat visits and prevention plans during peak season

We recommend combining treatment with regular pet care (vet-approved flea/tick meds) for best results.

🧼 Bonus Tip: Yard Maintenance Makes a Big Difference

Mow regularly, reduce leaf litter, and avoid overwatering shady areas. The cleaner and sunnier your yard, the less attractive it is to fleas and ticks.