Managing the Asian Longhorned Tick: Checklist of Best Tick Management Practices for Horse Owners

Abstract

While primarily a concern on cattle, the Asian longhorned tick (ALT) fees on a variety of hosts, including horses. ALT may occur in large numbers on a host, reducing host health ad possibly spreading diseases. ALT reproduces without mating so tick densities can build quickly Recommendations for control include inspection, chemical control, grooming, tick removal, and submitting ticks to your local extension agent.