One of the most common ectoparasites that threaten the health of your pet are ticks. They bite into your dog’s skin and remain embedded in it, feeding on his blood. In addition to causing pain and itching, ticks transmit bacteria and viruses, which can infect your dog with some serious diseases, such as Lyme disease. In fact, some of them are zoonotic, that is, they can be transmitted to humans.
External parasites such as ticks, fleas and mosquitoes are especially common in the hot months. For this reason, in spring and summer, it is more necessary than ever to deworm your pet. Either by applying a pipette, putting the antiparasitic collar on it, giving it the pill, using repellent spray… You should also check it well after each walk, especially if it has traveled through natural areas.
Despite all these prevention measures, ticks can still bite your dog. If you have adequate deworming, the most likely thing is that the insect will die as soon as it comes into contact with your dog’s skin or blood. But despite this, it would remain inert embedded in his skin. So whether the insect is alive or dead, you must know how to extract it.
