How to Remove Ticks from Dogs
As a responsible pet parent, tick-check should be a part of your dog care regimen, especially if your dog loves to spend time outdoors. Dogs are vulnerable to tick bites and hence, it is important to keep them safe from these pesky parasites. Hundreds of tick species are prevalent in the Australia, and they transmit tick-borne diseases, including Lyme disease, Canine Ehrlichiosis , Rocky Mountain spotted fever, Canine Anaplasmosis, and several others that affect both humans and dogs. Here is a comprehensive guide on how to get rid of ticks on your dog. How to Spot Ticks on Dogs? Ticks are tiny, eight-legged insects that resemble spiders. Ticks bite dogs to feed on their blood, which often results in inflammation and redness. Dog ticks are just big enough to be seen, especially after a bite when they resemble little warts. You can easily feel them as small bumps while running your fingertips down your dog’s fur or spot them using a magnifying lens for closer inspection....