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Why should trail shoes be inspected for ticks?

Ticks can crawl into laces, tongues and cuffs after brushing low vegetation, so inspect shoes before bringing them indoors.

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Short answer

Ticks can crawl into laces, tongues and cuffs after brushing low vegetation, so inspect shoes before bringing them indoors.

At a glance

Ticks can crawl into laces, tongues and cuffs after brushing low vegetation, so inspect shoes before bringing them indoors. Adapt clothing, authorised repellent, route choice and checks to the habitat and activity.

Key takeaways

• Ticks can crawl into laces, tongues and cuffs after brushing low vegetation, so inspect shoes before bringing them indoors.

• Adapt clothing, authorised repellent, route choice and checks to the habitat and activity.

• Apply this information with current official guidance and the actual circumstances; use qualified medical or veterinary help when removal, symptoms or safety are concerning.

Direct answer

Ticks can crawl into laces, tongues and cuffs after brushing low vegetation, so inspect shoes before bringing them indoors.

Use it in context

Adapt clothing, authorised repellent, route choice and checks to the habitat and activity.

Practical next step

Apply this information with current official guidance and the actual circumstances; use qualified medical or veterinary help when removal, symptoms or safety are concerning.