TiCK MiTT Update | Shark Tank Season 16
Olivia first faced the dangers of ticks at age seven while living in upstate New York. She developed severe arthritis and a facial rash, and after months of confusion, doctors finally diagnosed her with Lyme disease. That moment, watching her health decline from something preventable, pushed her and her dad to create TiCK MiTT, a chemical-free mitt that removes ticks before they bite. Will their personal story and clever solution earn a shark’s support? Let’s find out in our TiCK MiTT update and pitch recap.
If you’re short on time, here’s a quick overview of what happened to TiCK MiTT after
Steve and Olivia entered
In terms of a TiCK MiTT update, the company expanded its product line by launching the KiDS MiTT. Further, they also grew their retail presence, securing shelf space in Fleet Farm, Duluth Trading Co., and Dunham’s Sports across the U.S.
| Shark | Result |
| Kevin O’Leary | $250,000 for 20% equity plus $1 royalty until he gets back $2,000,000 |
| Barbara Corcoran | $250,000 for 30% equity |
| Lori Greiner | No offer |
| Daymond John | No offer |
| Mark Cuban | No offer |
Shark Tank TiCK MiTT Pitch
- Entrepreneurs: Steve and Olivia Abrams
- Business: Reusable tick-removal mitt
- Ask: $250,000 for 10% equity
- Result: No deal
- Shark: None
Father-daughter duo Steve and Olivia from upstate New York entered
TiCK MiTT is a reusable microfiber mitt designed to remove ticks from people, pets, and clothing before the parasites have a chance to embed.
After use, the mitt can be placed in an included dryer bag and heated on high for 10 minutes to kill any captured ticks.
During the pitch, Barbara Corcoran asked how a soft fabric like TiCK MiTT could trap something as small as a tick.
Steve explained that they specifically engineered the microfiber loop structure through 13 prototypes to make it work on a range of tick sizes.
Olivia added that the company holds a patent on the loop configuration, which prevents ticks from slipping through.
Lori Greiner questioned whether preventative pills already existed, particularly for dogs.
Olivia clarified that while those medications can protect pets, they don’t prevent ticks from entering homes, latching onto couches, or hiding in cars.
Mark Cuban raised concerns about the product’s coverage, asking how users could be confident they weren’t missing ticks.
Steve acknowledged that TiCK MiTT isn’t a guaranteed solution. However, he explained that it removes around 90–95% of loose ticks, a major upgrade over existing prevention tools.
Further, Steve shared that they had done $432,000 in total sales since launch, with $252,000 earned year to date.
The majority of sales came from Amazon and their own website, split evenly between the two, with additional revenue coming from wholesale partnerships and flash sales.
He also told the sharks they had recently won Innovation Product of the Year at the Outdoor Retailer Trade Show, which led to over 70 conversations with major retailers.
Kevin O’Leary raised questions about their $2.5 million valuation, stating that the numbers didn’t justify such a high figure.
In contrast, Steve defended their valuation based on their IP, traction in retail conversations, and plans to expand into 15 countries.
Steve said they had both utility and design patents, with applications pending in the U.S., UK, and EU.
They had personally put in over $600,000 into the business. Their product costs $2.15 landed and sells for $19.99.
Mark and Daymond John decided to pass on the deal because they didn’t see it as a personal fit.
Lori also declined due to a conflict with her existing investment in Bug Bite Thing.
Barbara Corcoran, having experienced her own scare with Lyme disease when her son was two, made an offer of $250,000 for 30% equity.
Steve and Olivia countered with 20%, but Barbara held firm, saying the level of work involved justified her equity ask.
With no agreement on terms, her offer was ultimately declined.
Meanwhile, Kevin proposed a different structure—$250,000 for 20% equity plus a $1 royalty per unit sold until he recouped $2 million.
Steve pushed back, saying the royalty would cut too deeply into distributor margins and wasn’t sustainable.
Kevin stood by his offer, but the founders chose not to move forward.
In the end, no deal was made, and Steve and Olivia left without a shark.
Will their tick-fighting mission thrive without a shark’s backing? Keep reading our TiCK MiTT update to find out.
Shark Tank TiCK MiTT Update
Our TiCK MiTT update found that since making an appearance on
Furthermore, TiCK MiTT products are now available in major retail chains, including Fleet Farm, Duluth Trading Co., and Dunham’s Sports stores across the United States.
Our TiCK MiTT update found that the company has extended its reach beyond the U.S., with products now available in Canada, South Korea, Norway, and Sweden.
Co-founder Olivia Abrams was named in Forbes Under 30 in the Social Impact category.
TiCK MiTT continues to engage with communities to promote tick safety awareness.
They participated in the Scouting America National Annual Meeting in May 2025, where they showcased their products and emphasized the importance of tick checks among youth.
If you’d like to buy a mitt, you can find them on the TiCK MiTT website and on Amazon.
Once the dust settles, we will be back for another TiCK MiTT update!
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Marvin Uzor
Marvin Uzor is a content contributor for Shark Tank Recap. He specializes in crafting engaging, well-researched content that delve into the latest Shark Tank stories, keeping readers hooked. He has a soft spot for his favorite Shark Tank companies, Bombas and Doorbot, known for their innovation and impact.