ohDEER, Inc.

09/10/2026

Some of our favorites from a recent shoot with ohDEER Central VA and Kristen J. Murray | Commercial Photography 📸😍🐾

09/09/2026

The impact of deer can extend far beyond the plants in our own backyards. 🦌🌱

A recent article explains how overabundant deer are affecting Massachusetts’ coastal ecosystems by browsing protective vegetation, compacting fragile soil and placing additional pressure on dunes, salt marshes and native wildlife.

Overabundant white-tailed deer populations in Massachusetts coastal areas like Martha's Vineyard and Nantucket are exacerbating erosion, altering salt marsh hydrology, and threatening endangered species including lion's foot plants, roseate terns, and saltmarsh sparrows. MassWildlife addresses this....

09/08/2026

https://oh-deer.com/alpha-gal-syndrome-symptoms-causes-prevention-mv/

Learn what alpha-gal syndrome is, how tick bites cause it, common symptoms, diet and lifestyles changes it can cause, and how Martha’s Vineyard is responding.

09/08/2026

Fall sports season means players, coaches, parents and siblings are spending hours near grassy fields, wooded edges and fallen leaves where ticks may be hiding.

After practices and games, check clothing, blankets and equipment before bringing everything inside. Make a quick head-to-toe inspection part of the postgame routine, paying special attention behind the knees, around the waist, under the arms and near the hairline.

A little awareness can help your family safely enjoy every game, practice and outdoor adventure this fall! If you are concerned about tick activity around your home, contact your local ohDEER team to learn about our all-natural tick control services. 🦌

09/07/2026

The herd is growing in Georgia! 🦌🌿 We are excited to welcome Barry, Amy and Lanie Nash, the owners of ohDEER Acworth–Cartersville.

With strong ties to their community and a shared love of the outdoors, the Nash family is excited to service local homeowners with All-Natural Deer, Rabbit, Tick and Mosquito Control. We cannot wait to see the impact they make, please join us in welcoming them to the herd! 🙌💚

09/04/2026

When one of our technicians needed help fixing a leaky hose, he stopped by Kurt’s house for a hands-on lesson from the ohDEER founder himself! 🔧

Even after all these years, Kurt is always willing to jump in, share what he knows and get his hands dirty. That hands-on leadership and willingness to support the team have been part of ohDEER from the very beginning. 💚

09/03/2026

Enjoy More Time Outside is more than our slogan, it’s something our franchisees and their families embrace every chance they get! ☀️

From fishing and boating to biking, baseball and family adventures, the ohDEER herd made plenty of memories outdoors this summer. We love seeing the people behind our locations enjoying the same outdoor moments they help protect for families in their communities every day! 💚

09/02/2026

We are incredibly proud to see ohDEER Martha’s Vineyard featured in The Martha's Vineyard Times!

Martha’s Vineyard is facing a serious tick crisis, mentioned frequently in our Tick Talk newsletter and on national news. The Island has an average of 53 deer per square mile, compared with the state’s target of 12 to 18. Concerns about rising cases of tick-borne illnesses like Lyme and Alpha gal have led to new local clinics, research initiatives like and growing demand for tick mitigation.

ohDEER Martha’s Vineyard, our FIRST ever franchise location, has been helping address this public health concern through education, transparent practices and All-Natural Tick Control services since 2014. Today, the hard-working ohDEER MV team operates 5 trucks 6-7 days a week and treats approximately 100 properties each week.

Owner Mario Spindola shared “I saw the need on the Island for a safer, more conscious approach to the pest control that we normally see with the chemical applications. So families, landscapers, all the above, could enjoy their yards without poisoning the environment.”

The article also shares the experience of local homeowners who have noticed fewer ticks & deer on their property while continuing to see bees, butterflies and dragonflies. The piece raises important questions about balancing protection from tick-borne illnesses with the long-term health of the Island’s ecosystem. We believe education, transparency, responsible application practices and continued research all have an important role in that conversation. 🌿 🦌

Most of all, we are proud of the entire ohDEER Martha’s Vineyard team for working tirelessly to serve their neighbors and contribute to the health of their community. They are showing what a locally owned franchise making a positive impact on the lives of locals is all about!! 💚

You can check out the full article here: https://www.mvtimes.com/2026/08/27/a-cloud-of-uncertainty/

08/31/2026

Spotted lanternflies have been found in Massachusetts, and we need your help slowing their spread! 🔎

These invasive insects feed on the sap of trees, vines, and other plants. Large populations can weaken young trees, seriously damage grapevines, and leave behind sticky “honeydew” that encourages harmful sooty mold to grow.

If you spot one:
📸 Take a clear photo
👟 Squash it to prevent it from reproducing and spreading
📍 Report the sighting and location to the Massachusetts Department of Agricultural Resources

Report it here: https://massnrc.org/pests/slfreport.aspx

Together, we can help protect Massachusetts trees, plants, and outdoor spaces!

08/31/2026

https://www.gameandfishmag.com/editorial/best-tick-repellent/557036

Looking for the best tick repellent for hunters, hikers and campers? Learn how permethrin-treated clothing performed during months of field testing in tick- and mosquito-infested environments.