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How to remove ticks and flies from my outdoor German Shepherd dog?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | German Shepherd | Male | unneutered | 4 years and 4 months old

How can I get rid of ticks and flies (yes flies) off my dog he's a outside germanshepherd.

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Answered By Dr Stafford, BVetMed, MRCVS

Veterinarian

Published on June 17th, 2017

If you go to the vet or pet store you can get tick treatment. For the flies I would buy some bug repellant for humans are horses and apply a little sparingly to the most affected areas. Be careful to avoid his eyes and nose.

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