Valley History Out of all of God’s creatures, ticks rank right up there when you mention the word “disgusting.” Maggots rank right up there, too. Blood-suckers. Ticks. Nature’s version of Dracula. Why is it in life, most things you have to learn the hard way? Such was my lesson with ticks. My wife and I have had dogs over the years, and as most dog owners in south Texas know, ticks and fleas are part of the battle when it comes to pet care. You have to stay on top of them, because if you don’t, you’ll end up regretting it. Such was my ...