Tick Trouble: What To Do When Your Pet Becomes a Walking Buffet

Ah, springtime. Sunshine, blooming flowers – and ticks. Yep, those nasty little freeloaders that latch onto your dog or cat like it’s an all-you-can-eat buffet. Don’t panic: here’s how to handle ticks like a pro (and keep your furry friend safe).

🧰 What to Do If Your Pet Has a Tick

1. Don’t freak out.
   Ticks are gross, but manageable. No screaming, no wild pulling.

2. Remove it ASAP.
   Use a tick remover tool, tweezers, or a tick card. Grab the tick close to the skin and pull it out slow and straight. No twisting!

3. No oil, no glue, no weird DIY tricks.
   These can make the tick vomit into your pet. Yes, it’s as bad as it sounds.

4. Watch the bite site.
   If it stays red, swells up, or your pet acts sick (lethargy, fever, limping), visit the vet.

🛡️ Tick Prevention – Keep the Bugs at Bay

• Spot-on treatments or tick collars can work wonders – but talk to your vet first.

• Check your pet regularly – especially after walks or time outside.

• Natural options? Things like coconut oil or black cumin oil are debated. Might help, might not – don’t rely on them alone.

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