Ticks are probably one of the most disgusting, unpleasant and dangerous parasites that can infest our dogs – and also make life difficult for us humans.
ticks are accordingly a nuisance for dog and owner.
So what to do if your dog doesn’t want to have the tick removed? Find out in the guide below!
My dog won’t remove a tick – what to do?
Would your dog like the tick cannot be removed?
He doesn’t keep stillsquirms and squirms because the tick in ear is? Or he can do not remove the tick from the eye? Then you should for better or for worse with him to the vet.
Because a tick should be on no longer than has absolutely already happened stuck in the dog’s skin.
Why are ticks so dangerous anyway?
It has been known for several decades that ticks sometimes very dangerous diseases can.
These include, among other things TBE – the so-called Tick-borne encephalitis – and Lyme disease.
The little beasts are very active, especially in spring and summer. And there are also risk areas in Germany where a tick infestation is more than likely.
Good to know:
There is a vaccination that is supposed to help against TBE. So far, however, this is only available for humans. However, you can have your dog vaccinated against Lyme disease.
What is the best way to get rid of ticks on my dog?
There are some proven and effective ways to best remove ticks from dogs.
With the tick tweezers
This still includes the tick tongs. This has a special device that can be used to twist the bitten tick out of the skin.
Important:
Please make sure that the tick is completely removedand not the head still stuck in the skin.
You should also note that removing is slow and not jerky. After removal, you should also mark the bite site disinfect with alcohol.
With your fingers
Before the tick tweezers are used, you can try to remove the tick to remove with your finger. This works best if you remove the tick hold between your thumb and forefinger.
Here, too, it is important that you by turning or levering removed – and by no means crushed!
Good to know:
Removing a tick with oil, on the other hand, is not a really good tool. It usually kills the tick. Depending on the oil, the dog can also be harmed.
With tweezers
Also one tweezers can be an alternative to remove a tick without tick tweezers. It works similar to this one. By the Applying even pressure the pest can be eliminated effectively.
How soon should a tick be removed?
A tick should removed as soon as possible – ideally before she has had time to settle down.
The reason: the ones already mentioned pathogens, like Lyme disease. these can already after a few hours transmitted by the tick into the dog’s bloodstream.
Of course, it is not always the case that this disease is actually present in the tick. But safe is safe.
When should I see a vet about ticks?
As mentioned, you should take your four-legged friend to the vet as soon as possible if he absolutely refuses to have a tick removed.
Of course, it may be that she has already had enough time to cause damage to her health.
The vet expenses amount here mostly around 10 € – but can also be higher if a routine examination is added.
This is the best way to prevent ticks
There are several home remedieswith which you one prevent tick infestation can. These include the following:
coconut oil
Perhaps you already know that coconut oil has become a real miracle weapon that supports your four-legged friend in many ways.
Likewise against ticks. The ones in coconut oil contained lauric acid deters ticks – and other parasites.
The only downside: your dog will definitely have greasy fur. But it shines all the more beautifully after it has been moved in – and remains tick-free.
black seed oil
Black seed oil is another oil that is said to prevent tick infestation. you can this either apply externally or under the dog food Mix.
Good to know:
Does your dog suffer? with liver problemsyou should on this oil however waive. The reason: black cumin oil contains many essential oils that are broken down by the liver.
Even if your dog does not suffer from liver problems, the application should only in a highly diluted form take place. You should also have your dog’s liver values checked more often.
brewer’s yeast
If brewer’s yeast actually helps has not yet been fully clarified. On the other hand, it seems to be proven that the contained nutrients strengthen the immune system and ultimately also help against ticks.
lavender
As with coconut oil, ticks – arachnids, by the way – can eat it The essential oils contained here cannot stand the smell.
Reason enough to stay away from a dog that smells like this herb – or stinks in their «noses».
Conclusion
ticks are in the best case «only» real pests, in the worst case, however, a very serious health risk for dogs and humans alike.
Does your dog belong to the four-legged friends that get these parasites do not remove without resistance want to leave?
Then it makes sense with him promptly to the vet to go. Although this causes veterinary costs, it can usually remove the tick quickly and safely.
Has your dog ever had ticks? How did you remove these? And what do you do to prevent ticks?
Share your experiences and tips with us in the comments.