Ticks are one of the parasites that most annoy our dogs. It is enough that we leave the house for one to pose on his body, which can cause itching and discomfort, at least.
You have to be very careful with them and keep the furry protected at all times, since these parasites can transmit diseases. So let's see how to identify a tick bite.
To know if the animal has parasites, and specifically, ticks, we have to inspect all its fur well, so that we can see the skin. To do this, we can help each other with a comb. Combing it in the opposite direction, it will be very easy for us to see whether or not it has these unwanted companions. Ticks will look like tiny black spiders that may be running rapidly through the dog or may already be attached to its skin..
When it feeds on blood, its body swells and turns red, so it can be even easier for us to find it. But we have to know that, if it is sufficiently fed, it continues to swell until it turns grayish.
If the tick is released, we will see that has left two small, very soft red marks, almost imperceptible, on the skin. In the event of an allergic reaction, the area will turn red and may even swell a bit, causing the dog to scratch frequently to relieve the itch.
To avoid it, it is very important that we put some antiparasiticespecially in spring and summer. In this way, we will make sure that no parasite, be it fleas or ticks, can disturb our dear friend. In pet stores we will find various types: sprays, collars and pipettes. Any of them can be very useful for this purpose. When in doubt, it is always best to consult a vet.