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My dog has a tick in his ear after Bravecto. Is it possible?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | American Bulldog | Male | unneutered | 1 year and 7 months old | 170 lbs

We Gave Zeus bravecto but it looks like he has a tick in his ear ... Is this possible

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Answered By Angel Alvarado, LVT

Licensed Veterinary Technician

Published on August 20th, 2019

That may not be a tick, but a small growth. The image is dark, so you would need to have him seen by your veterinarian for confirmation one way or the other. Bravecto is labeled to kill ticks within 12 hours, so if it is still there tomorrow, it probably isn't a tick.

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