{"id":1677,"date":"2022-09-02T09:03:02","date_gmt":"2022-09-02T09:03:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.petsmao.com\/?p=1182"},"modified":"2026-07-21T13:36:58","modified_gmt":"2026-07-21T13:36:58","slug":"how-to-get-a-tick-off-a-dog","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.walkiesandwhiskers.com\/uk\/how-to-get-a-tick-off-a-dog\/","title":{"rendered":"How To Get A Tick Off A Dog &#8211; What to Do and What Not to Do"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Ticks are one of the last things that a pet owner ever wants to think about &#8211; let alone deal with. However, when your furry friend gets an infestation from a blood-sucking parasite, it\u2019s important that you deal with it as quickly as possible.&nbsp;Something that might come as a surprise is that ticks are (thankfully!) quite easy to deal with. So, what are you waiting for? Below we are going to outline the quickest and most effective way of removing ticks from your dog.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"720\" height=\"476\" src=\"https:\/\/www.walkiesandwhiskers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/stockpack-unsplash-2-720x476.jpg\" alt=\"crawling tick\" class=\"wp-image-1756\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.walkiesandwhiskers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/stockpack-unsplash-2-720x476.jpg 720w, https:\/\/www.walkiesandwhiskers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/stockpack-unsplash-2-380x251.jpg 380w, https:\/\/www.walkiesandwhiskers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/stockpack-unsplash-2-768x508.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.walkiesandwhiskers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/stockpack-unsplash-2-1536x1015.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.walkiesandwhiskers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/stockpack-unsplash-2-2048x1354.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/www.walkiesandwhiskers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/stockpack-unsplash-2-18x12.jpg 18w, https:\/\/www.walkiesandwhiskers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/stockpack-unsplash-2-1568x1037.jpg 1568w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 720px) 100vw, 720px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n<h2 class=\"simpletoc-title\">Table of Contents<\/h2>\n<ul class=\"simpletoc-list\">\n<li><a href=\"#what-is-a-tick-and-why-do-we-hate-them\">What Is A Tick And Why Do We Hate Them?&nbsp;<\/a>\n<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#removing-the-tick-from-your-dog\">Removing The Tick From Your Dog<\/a>\n\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"#tweezers\">Tweezers<\/a>\n<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#tick-removal-hook\">Tick removal hook<\/a>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#how-not-to-remove-a-tick-from-your-dog\">How Not To Remove A Tick From Your Dog<\/a>\n<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#summary\">Summary &#8211; How To Get A Tick Off A Dog<\/a>\n<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#faqs\">FAQs<\/a>\n<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n<div style=\"height:100px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"what-is-a-tick-and-why-do-we-hate-them\">What Is A Tick And Why Do We Hate Them? <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.petbasics.com\/parasites\/fleas\/difference-between-fleas-and-ticks\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Fleas and ticks<\/a> are just a few issues that can arise from being a dog owner. Ticks are known for carrying infectious diseases and will happily share them around any organism nearby, such as dogs, horses, and even humans.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">These diseases can include <a href=\"https:\/\/www.webmd.com\/a-to-z-guides\/babesiosis-blood-infection\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">babesiosis<\/a>, Lyme disease, and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cedars-sinai.org\/health-library\/diseases-and-conditions\/e\/ehrlichiosis.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">ehrlichiosis<\/a> &#8211; but there are many more to be cautious of too. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Ticks can spread these diseases within a matter of hours after biting you or your dog, so removing them sooner rather than later will prevent the likelihood of your dog suffering from the sickness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Ticks are small parasites that have a one-piece body, with legs that secrete a sticky substance to help keep them firmly planted on their food source. This makes it a little more difficult to remove them since you can\u2019t simply flick them off of your dog.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There are over <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lymedisease.org\/types-of-ticks\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">200 different types of tick species in the United States<\/a> alone and they can range in size from a mere millimeter to a couple of centimeters. Now, how do we remove these horrible things?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">(By the way, did you know <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.walkiesandwhiskers.com\/uk\/cat-fleas-vs-dog-fleas\/\">cat and dog fleas<\/a><\/strong> are different?)<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"720\" height=\"480\" src=\"https:\/\/www.walkiesandwhiskers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Removing-The-Tick-From-Your-Dog-720x480.jpg\" alt=\"Removing The Tick From Your Dog\" class=\"wp-image-1624\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.walkiesandwhiskers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Removing-The-Tick-From-Your-Dog-720x480.jpg 720w, https:\/\/www.walkiesandwhiskers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Removing-The-Tick-From-Your-Dog-380x253.jpg 380w, https:\/\/www.walkiesandwhiskers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Removing-The-Tick-From-Your-Dog-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.walkiesandwhiskers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Removing-The-Tick-From-Your-Dog-18x12.jpg 18w, https:\/\/www.walkiesandwhiskers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Removing-The-Tick-From-Your-Dog.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 720px) 100vw, 720px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div style=\"height:100px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"removing-the-tick-from-your-dog\">Removing The Tick From Your Dog<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There are a few ways that you can remove ticks from a dog\u2019s skin, which we will look at now.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"tweezers\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Tweezers<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Possibly the simplest way to remove a tick is to use tweezers -1 but wait! Before you run to your bathroom cabinet and find your household tweezers, you need to make sure that they\u2019re the right design.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Most household\u2019s will use tweezers that have an angled, blunt edge that is perfect for plucking out unwanted hairs and splinters from the skin. Unfortunately, this design is likely to break the tick\u2019s body in half and increase the chances of diseases spreading over your dog\u2019s skin.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">So, if you\u2019re planning on using the tweezer method, make sure that you have fine-point tweezers. These will give you a more precise hold on the tick to ensure that it is removed in one piece.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div><a class=\"amalinkspro-img-link apilink\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B09D9N1D22?tag=walkiesandwhiskers-20&amp;linkCode=osi&amp;th=1&amp;psc=1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\" data-alp-asin=\"B09D9N1D22\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/31gIrf+rRkL._SL500_.jpg\" height=\"500\" width=\"500\" alt=\"Super Sharp Pointed Tweezers Precision Fine Point Tip Ingrown Hair Tweezers Kit Best Pointed Tweezers for Women Chin Hair Removal - Extra Thin Tweezers Precision Stainless Facial Hair Remover for Face\" \/><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div><style type=\"text\/css\">.amalinkspro-cta-wrap.cta-id-DefaultCTAButton .amalinkspro-cta-btn{border:none;\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tborder-radius: 360px;\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tbox-shadow: 0 1px 0 rgba(255,255,255,0.4) inset;\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tbackground: #f0c14b;\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tbackground: linear-gradient(to bottom, #f7dfa5, #f0c14b) repeat scroll 0 0 rgba(0,0,0,0);\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tcolor: #111;\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tpadding: 15px 30px;\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tfont-size: 16px;\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tfont-weight: bold;\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\ttransition: all 100ms;\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tdisplay: inline-block;\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tposition: relative;\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\ttext-align: center;\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\twidth: auto;\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tmin-height: 50px;\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tline-height: 50px;\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\ttext-decoration: none;\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tfont-family:'poppinsregular';}.amalinkspro-cta-wrap.cta-id-DefaultCTAButton .amalinkspro-cta-btn:hover{background: linear-gradient(to bottom, #f5d78e, #eeb933) repeat scroll 0 0 rgba(0,0,0,0);}<\/style><span class=\"amalinkspro-cta-wrap aligncenter cta-id-DefaultCTAButton\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B09D9N1D22?tag=walkiesandwhiskers-20&amp;linkCode=osi&amp;th=1&amp;psc=1\" class=\"amalinkspro-cta-btn apilink\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\" data-alp-asin=\"noasin\">Buy on Amazon<\/a> <\/span><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:100px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>To start, you\u2019ll need to spread your dog\u2019s fur so that the tick is fully exposed. If possible, you want to make sure that no fur can be grasped onto when you use the tweezers. If you grab some fur your dog might react badly causing you to tear the tick or hurt your pet.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Lower your tweezers so that they are either side of the tick and carefully close them around the body. Firmly but slowly, pull straight up until the tick is clear from the skin.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">One common problem that pet owners find with the tweezer method is that the tick\u2019s mouth can break off and remain embedded in the skin. This is smaller than the original body, so can be much harder for you to remove.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"tick-removal-hook\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Tick removal hook<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A tick removal hook is sometimes the preferred method of removing ticks as it is a tool specifically designed to remove the parasite from skin. The tool consists of an angled hook that can pinch the tick\u2019s entire length and remove it all at once.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div><a class=\"amalinkspro-img-link apilink\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B075DKL3Z6?tag=walkiesandwhiskers-20&amp;linkCode=osi&amp;th=1&amp;psc=1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\" data-alp-asin=\"B075DKL3Z6\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/41XnTBB7R6L._SL500_.jpg\" height=\"500\" width=\"500\" alt=\"TickCheck Premium Tick Remover Kit - Stainless Steel Tick Remover + Tweezers, Leather Case, and Free Pocket Tick Identification Card (1 Set)\" \/><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div><style type=\"text\/css\">.amalinkspro-cta-wrap.cta-id-DefaultCTAButton .amalinkspro-cta-btn{border:none;\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tborder-radius: 360px;\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tbox-shadow: 0 1px 0 rgba(255,255,255,0.4) inset;\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tbackground: #f0c14b;\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tbackground: linear-gradient(to bottom, #f7dfa5, #f0c14b) repeat scroll 0 0 rgba(0,0,0,0);\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tcolor: #111;\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tpadding: 15px 30px;\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tfont-size: 16px;\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tfont-weight: bold;\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\ttransition: all 100ms;\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tdisplay: inline-block;\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tposition: relative;\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\ttext-align: center;\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\twidth: auto;\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tmin-height: 50px;\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tline-height: 50px;\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\ttext-decoration: none;\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tfont-family:'poppinsregular';}.amalinkspro-cta-wrap.cta-id-DefaultCTAButton .amalinkspro-cta-btn:hover{background: linear-gradient(to bottom, #f5d78e, #eeb933) repeat scroll 0 0 rgba(0,0,0,0);}<\/style><span class=\"amalinkspro-cta-wrap aligncenter cta-id-DefaultCTAButton\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B075DKL3Z6?tag=walkiesandwhiskers-20&amp;linkCode=osi&amp;th=1&amp;psc=1\" class=\"amalinkspro-cta-btn apilink\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\" data-alp-asin=\"noasin\">Buy on Amazon<\/a> <\/span><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:100px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you live in an area that ticks are a common problem, you might want to invest in a tick removal hook. There are many options on the market which can come with other useful gadgets that you might want to try on your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thesprucepets.com\/common-dog-parasites-1117427\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">dog\u2019s infestation<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Many tick removal hooks will come with their own unique instructions, but the premise is usually the same &#8211; hold the tick and twist it off the skin. However, make sure that you read the instructions of the hook that you have chosen as not to miss an important step.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here is <a href=\"http:\/\/www.aarlreviews.com\/2020\/09\/keeping-creepy-crawlies-out-of-your-home.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">how to keep other crawlies out of your home<\/a> as a whole.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:100px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"how-not-to-remove-a-tick-from-your-dog\">How Not To Remove A Tick From Your Dog<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It might sound like a lot of work to go and turn your entire house upside down in search of a pair of tweezers, which could be anywhere. And, you\u2019re staring right at the tick as we speak. So why can\u2019t you just reach down and pinch it off with your fingers?&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This is the worst way to remove a tick. Not only are you risking tearing its mouth off of its body and leaving it lodged in your dog\u2019s skin, but you\u2019re also risking spreading any diseases that it might be carrying onto you and therefore your family.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">So,<strong> never remove a tick with your bare hands<\/strong>. Always use a tool, whether it be a pair of fine-point tweezers or a tick removal hook.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Once you have successfully removed the tick, wash your hands thoroughly and carefully. Next, clean the bite with a rubbing alcohol-soaked cotton ball, and also clean the tool properly. These steps will prevent any diseases that the tick was carrying from spreading.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you are concerned that the tick\u2019s mouth has remained embedded in your dog\u2019s skin, consult a veterinarian to prevent you from doing further damage. If you\u2019re worried about removing the tick yourself, you can always ask a professional to do it for you instead.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:100px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"summary\">Summary &#8211; How To Get A Tick Off A Dog<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">So, there we have it &#8211; two easy and quick ways to remove a tick from your dog\u2019s skin. Ticks are harmful and irritating pests. It\u2019s important that you remove them as quickly as possible after you spot them.&nbsp;Keep your dog clean (while using proper shampoo, not just <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.walkiesandwhiskers.com\/uk\/can-i-use-dove-soap-on-my-dog\/\">human soap like Dove<\/a><\/strong>) to keep their hygiene excellent.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Tweezers are helpful if you have the right kind lying around the house. Otherwise a tick removal tool can be bought for an affordable price.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Remember, remove the tick carefully and always clean everything right away. If you\u2019re worried about removing it correctly, consult a professional &#8211; better safe than sorry!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed aligncenter is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"How To Take A Tick Off Your Dog - Professional Dog Training Tips\" width=\"720\" height=\"405\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/BZ6_zWmzeMg?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:100px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"faqs\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">FAQs<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\"><div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1691513371967\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">How do you get a tick off a dog without pulling it?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Removing a tick from a dog without pulling it is a delicate process that involves using fine-tipped tweezers or a tick removal tool. The goal is to ensure that the tick is removed intact, minimizing the risk of leaving any parts of the tick behind.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1691513396223\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Do I need to remove a tick on my dog immediately?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">It is generally recommended to remove ticks from your dog as soon as you notice them. The sooner you remove a tick, the lower the risk of disease transmission and potential complications. Ticks can transmit various diseases to both animals and humans, so timely removal is important.<\/p> <\/div> <\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Ticks are one of the last things that a pet owner ever wants to think about &#8211; let alone deal with. 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