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My dog has ticks. How to safely remove them and prevent future ones?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | German Shepherd | Male | 1 year and 6 months old

My dog has ticks what should I do I need a good answer

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Answered By Jessica Desrosiers

Veterinary Technician

Published on March 13th, 2019

If there are only a few ticks you can safely remove them. If there are a lot of ticks, it would be best to have Max brought to your vet to have them removed. Your vet may also recommend testing for any tick-borne illnesses if you are an in area where this is an issue. Using a preventive medication such as Frontline or Advantage as well as clearing any brush around your home can also help reduce and prevent ticks in the future. https://www.petcoach.co/article/tick-removal/ https://www.petcoach.co/article/how-to-remove-a-tick-from-your-dog-or-cat/ https://www.petcoach.co/article/what-to-do-if-you-spot-a-tick-on-your-pet-or-in-your-home/

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    Answered By Jenna Beyer, DVM, MBA, cVMA

    Veterinarian, Certified Veterinary Acupuncturist

    Published on July 31st, 2019

    You need to remove the ticks including the head. Pull carefully but firmly from the base where it is attached at the skin. You should also get Jack on a good-quality tick preventative that will kill any attached ticks that you don't find look. Look between toes, in the ears, in skin folds, etc. for any remaining ticks. You should also check with your vet for the need for antibiotics if tick-borne disease is common in your area.

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