MADISON, WI (WTAQ-WRN) — A warmer-than-normal winter in Wisconsin means a pest to pets and people is hanging around.
Weather experts are warning to look out for ticks on yourself and your pets.
Though ticks are usually most active in the spring and summer, veterinarians say they’re still around due the warmer weather.
Ticks generally enter a hibernation-like period in the winter, but they can be active anytime it’s above freezing, even if there’s snow on the ground.
Vets encourage pet owners check your pet and yourself after walking through wooded and grassy areas.
