Tick is one of the most common issues faced by dog owners. Taking action as quickly as possible is essential to eliminate your dog’s risk of transmitted diseases and infections. Here are the tips you can do to remove your dog’s ticks:
· Use your fingers or tweezers and gently remove the tick from your dog’s skin. Ensure you are not holding the tick tightly to prevent it from popping. Its blood might be contaminated with harmful elements.
· Steadily and slowly pull the tick away from your dog’s body. Please do not remove it by twisting or jerking it; the mouthpart might be left behind.
· Kill the tick with an isopropyl alcohol. After that, make sure to wash your hands too. If possible, keep the tick in the container so your vet can inspect it further.
· Regularly groom and bathe your dog. After removing the tick, use an antiseptic to clean his skin to lessen the risk of contamination.
Work with your veterinarian Washington DC in creating a health preventive program that includes your pet's year-round protection against internal and external parasites. Read more here.
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