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• Steps
• Tips
• Warnings

Ticks are external parasites of dogs. If left untreated, they can cause serious health problems and even lead to death. The tick feeds on the dog's blood by plunging its head under the animal's skin. In this article, you will find tips on how to prevent tick infestation.

Steps

1. 1 Keep your dog away from tick habitats.
   • Ticks live where there are many trees and dense vegetation. They have heat receptors that capture the heat of the dog's body. When an animal passes through a place inhabited by ticks, the parasite clings to the dog's fur with its paws. The mite will parasitize on the animal, feeding on its blood to lay its eggs.
2. 2 Use medications to prevent fleas and ticks.
   • Manufacturers have developed good drugs for the prevention of ticks in dogs. Their effect lasts at least 30 days, and sometimes up to 90.
   • Most often, the medication is applied to the skin between the dog's shoulders.
3. 3 Use a tick collar.
   • The collar can be an alternative to tick prevention medicine. For optimal protection, it should be changed every 3-4 months.
4. 4 Wash your dog with mite prevention shampoo.
   • In pet stores, you can find shampoos for fleas and ticks, as well as for their prevention.
5. 5 Use a mite spray.
   • Tick ​​sprays can be used as needed. It is ideal if your dog usually has no problem with ticks, but you go where they are found.
   • Many mite sprays are made with natural ingredients. This is a good option if you are worried about keeping your dog out of contact with pesticides. Most other tick prevention products contain insecticides or pesticides.

Tips

• As with other health problems, it is best to consult your veterinarian if you have questions or concerns.
• Ticks are one of the parasites your dog can get. The rest include fleas and biting lice. Many of the above preventive measures are suitable for combating all external parasites.

Warnings

• These tick prevention methods should be used separately. If you combine them, there is a risk of poisoning your dog.
• Keep in mind that many tick prevention products are pesticides designed to be used directly on animals. Side effects can always occur when using these products. Monitor your dog closely for several days after using these products. Side effects include convulsions, vomiting, or general malaise.