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How to Remove Ticks from Your Dog
Ticks are parasites that feed on dog blood and spread disease between animals and people; they lurk in grass, so avoid damp weedy areas on walks. Removal means killing adult ticks and eggs plus disinfecting the environment, often with medicated baths.
Ticks on Dogs: The Red Blood-Sucking Bugs
Ticks are arachnids that feed on dog blood, causing anemia and spreading disease and neurotoxins. Never pull a tick out by hand - use tweezers to remove it whole, then clean the site; prevent bites with covering clothing and repellent.
Dog Owners, Here’s What You Need to Know About Ticks
Second only to mosquitoes, ticks are parasites that spread many diseases to people and pets.
What Is a ‘Dog Bean’ (Tick) and How to Treat It
A 'dog bean' is the common folk name for a tick on a dog - also called a grass burr. Ticks are blood-sucking parasites that live in the fur, especially on thick-coated animals. Here are a few simple ways to remove and kill these little vampires.
Can a Bee Sting Be Fatal to Cats and Dogs?
A bee sting can be fatal to cats and dogs, though the chance is low. Most just need the stinger out, some anti-inflammation, and care. Here is what owners should do.
What to Do When Your Dog Is Stung by a Bee
A dog can be stung outside or at home — a bee indoors triggers its curiosity and a sting. Bee stings bring redness, swelling, and pain that need handling. Here are the right steps.
My Dog’s Face Swelled Into a Ball After a Sting
Most dogs get hives and widespread swelling at the sting site after a bee sting. A few cases vomit, breathe hard, or go into shock. Treat promptly to ease discomfort and avoid complications. Here are the key steps.
Common Causes of Shedding in Cats and Dogs and How to Relieve It with Medication
Shedding in pets is common, but excessive or abnormal hair loss usually signals an underlying problem—seasonal coat change, parasites, fungal infection, poor nutrition, allergies, hormonal imbalance, over-bathing, or stress. This article covers the causes and the medications that help.
How to Prevent Tick Bites on Dogs in Summer
Summer is tick season, very harmful to dogs. Ticks are sesame- or rice-sized, flat round, red-brown or gray-brown, carrying hundreds of harmful viruses and bacteria. Here is how to prevent tick bites.
What medicine should I apply after a tick bites my dog?
Use a pet-specific topical parasite treatment to remove ticks. For a few ticks, dab alcohol to numb it, then pull it out with tweezers by the mouthparts and disinfect with iodine. Watch for fever or inflammation and see a vet if needed.