How To Remove A Tick From Your Dog

How do I remove a tick from my dog?

You need to be careful when removing ticks from your dog because ticks can carry diseases that can actually be transmitted to people. If you find a tickon your dog, oftentimes people will say, "Is this a wart, or is this a tick?" If you look close and you see little legs, it's a tick. You don't have to twist left or right, or burn it off; it's not a good idea. Get yourself a pair of tweezers or needle nose pliers, get as close to the skin as possible, and pull straight out quickly. There might be a little bump left afterwards; it's usually just a reaction to the bite itself. You want to make sure you got the head parts. Clean it with some clean soap and water and if you have questions, take your dog to the vet.