Bug Bite Thing Acquires TickEase Tick Remover Tool

Bug Bite Thing, the maker of the reusable insect bite relief suction tool, has acquired TickEase, Inc., a patented, two-sided and fine-tipped tweezers created expressly for removal of embedded ticks from people and pets. The tool meets Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) guidelines for proper tick removal.
 

The introduction of Bug Bite Thing Tick Remover marks the company's expansion beyond the insect bite relief industry and into pet care. The pet industry is anticipated to grow to $500 billion globally by 2030 and the flea and tick products global market is expected to reach $16.4 billion by 2031, according to Bug Bite Thing.  With the tick tool now available under the Bug Bite Thing brand, the company anticipates its revenue to increase by 58% in 2024.

 

With the acquisition of TickEase, the company heps to slow the spread of Lyme disease, a problem that impacts both people and their pets.

 

According to CDC estimates, Lyme disease annually impacts nearly 500,000 people in the United States alone and is also a problem for pet owners. Last year, nearly 425,000 dogs in the US were diagnosed with tick-borne diseases.

Unlike traditional household tweezers, which increase the risk of tearing the tick and exacerbating the problem, Bug Bite Thing Tick Remover completely removes engorged ticks, thereby reducing the chances of transmitting tick-borne diseases. Following the tick removal, consumers can also use Bug Bite Thing to help remove any remaining tick saliva from the skin, an irritant that can cause skin infections.

 

“After becoming the go-to chemical-free treatment for insect bites, we are tackling the tick problem and offering another non-toxic and reusable tool,” said Bug Bite Thing Founder & CEO Kelley Higney. “This is just one of many future expansions we have in the works, furthering our mission to provide customers and now their pets too with effective, eco-friendly solutions, so they can enjoy the outdoors.” 

 

Bug Bite Thing Tick Remover is available for purchase on BugBiteThing.com and Amazon for $11.99. In addition, the company is also offering a combo pack that includes both Bug Bite Thing and the Bug Bite Thing Tick Remover for $19.99.