{"id":5047,"date":"2024-04-01T09:24:33","date_gmt":"2024-04-01T09:24:33","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/canadavetexpress.improvepetcare.com\/?p=5047"},"modified":"2024-04-01T11:15:40","modified_gmt":"2024-04-01T11:15:40","slug":"protect-your-dog-from-ticks","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/canadavetexpress.improvepetcare.com\/protect-your-dog-from-ticks\/","title":{"rendered":"Protect Your Dog from Ticks in 3 Easy Steps"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Ticks are present almost everywhere. It\u2019s almost impossible to prevent your dog from running into ticks, and so it is essential to safeguard them against these ugly bloodsuckers. A single tick bite can put your dog at risk of getting multiple tick-borne diseases, including\u00a0Lyme disease. In this article, we have discussed some simple precautionary measures that you, as a dog parent, can follow to prevent ticks on your dog.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. Regularly Scan Your Dog for Ticks<\/mark><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Veterinarians recommend performing a tick check on your dog every day in order to prevent them. You can scan for ticks by parting the hair and slowly running your fingers over your dog\u2019s coat. Ticks generally burrow their heads into the dog\u2019s skin to feed on them. Look for bumps (the tick\u2019s head), especially if they’re red, swollen, or for a black “dot” (the tick’s body).<\/p>\n\n\n

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If you are not sure where to check the dog for ticks, refer to the above image. Ticks commonly hide in spots such as around the eyes, between toes, armpits, groins, and tail bases.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Immediately Remove Ticks from Dogs if Spotted<\/mark><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Ticks multiply quickly and can result in a tick infestation in no time. If you find a tick on your dog, removing it promptly should be your top priority.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Steps to remove ticks at home:<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n