I have a Shih Tzu lately tick infested what should I do?

Question

I do not wish to shave his coat and have applied medication droplet form between his shoulders.

The medication is Frontline.

Thanks to all of you guys for the advise.You have my sincere appreciation.

Answer 1

Firstly remove the existing ones by dipping a cloth in pure or strong alcohol and soaking them. I don't know if it makes them drunk but they stop feeding and become much easier to tale off. DO NOT try tio take them out without alcohol or the head gets stuck under the surface and will go sceptic.

Then put all the ticks you take off into a metal ashtray, soak them in the alcohol and burn them. Don't squash them or millions of tiny eggs could escape and start the whole process all over.

If the droplets don't work on their own, get a collar for the dog. The dog probably won't like the smell, but when did medicine ever taste good?

Also look at the dog's environment. If the dog spends time in the yard, that's probably where they are coming from. I'm guessing you live in a hotter climate so it's tick country and you should minimise how long the dog spends outdoors in the yard. If the yard is clean of ticks look at where it is walked, maybe change to a different place, like the beach and definitely avoid long grass. Ticks hate sand and they rely on long grass to travel about. They sit on the grass tips waiting for animals to brush by, then they hitch a lift.
Check the dog after walks every time, between toes, ears, coat etc.

Answer 2

Which medication are you using? Nothing from a pet shop I hope, it's fairly useless.

Frontline or Advantix treats and prevents ticks. Frontline drops are only effective against ticks for 2 weeks. If the tick is already attached, it will drop off within a few hours if the animal is already protected with treatment. If treatment has not been applied, Frontline spray applied directly to the tick will cause it to drop off.

Unfortunately ticks are still able to bite an animal when they have tick treatment but they should drop off quickly. If you have a constant problem with ticks, talk to your vet.

Chalice

Answer 3

How bad infested are you talking? if it's bad enough to consider shaving then you should go to the vet. If it's between 1-5 ticks and you can remove them put alcohol on the bite over the next four days and it should heal. But you should definately take it to the vet.

Answer 4

Also what medicine did you put on him? Something cheap over the counter stuff like Hartz? That stuff doesn't work and can be dangerous. You need to use Frontline Plus or Advantix

Answer 5

we live in a warm, humid region of the country, your dog is more inclined to experience flea and tick infestations than if you live in a cooler, drier climate. Once you see one flea on your dog, be prepared to see hundreds within a week. In some severe infestations, you may also see the products of their reproductive cycles in the form of eggs, which can hatch before your very eyes in a warm spot, such as where your dog sleeps. Ticks, on the other hand, may attach themselves to your dog and go unnoticed until they embed in his skin and potentially cause some significant damage.

Battling these external parasites has become much easier in recent years with the development of new and effective flea and tick-fighting products. Nevertheless, the best way to ensure that your dog and you don't become overrun by fleas and ticks is to never let your guard down. Be sure to check your dog's coat after every romp in the outdoors during flea and tick season and keep him armed against these annoying critters.

The most common areas of an animal in which you will notice fleas are around the neck, behind the ears, and at the base of the tail. Flecks of flea feces and eggs that look like salt and pepper drop off an infested dog and are left wherever he sits or sleeps. Ticks, on the other hand, can land anywhere on your dog, so be sure to brush out his coat after a walk. If you do get a flea infestation, you must eradicate them from your dog and your home. Adult fleas as well as the eggs and larvae must be destroyed.

Here are a few more tips:

1. The old football adage that states "The best offense is a good defense" is also true when it comes to flea-fighting products. Ask your veterinarian for information on the flea buster in pill or liquid form, or the topicals - Frontline, Revolution, or Advantage - for the most effective way to stop fleas from attacking your dog.

2. If you are using flea shampoo to rid your dog of fleas, lather a ring of suds around his neck when starting to bathe him to keep fleas from running up to his head.

3. Flea combs trap fleas in the metal teeth for removal and disposal.

4. An additional way to pick fleas off your dog is to first dab your finger in petroleum jelly.

5. To get fleas out of your carpet and keep the larvae from hatching, sprinkle the carpet with table salt or borax. Let it stand for several hours, and then vacuum.

6. When vacuuming during a flea infestation, dispose of the vacuum cleaner bag after each use to prevent any eggs or larvae you've picked up from hatching.

Keeping your dog flea and tick free is an essential job for all dog owners. By being vigilant, consulting with your veterinarian when necessary, and following the above tips will go a long way to help ensure that you can succeed at this very important task.

Good Luck

Answer 6

Tea tree oil. It will prevent new ones from wanting to get 'on board'. It really is an energy drain on the little rascal. You really need to remove all ticks by hand. Do not rely on the medication because dead ticks in its pelt will cause greater problems.

Answer 7

Definitely take him to the vet. Those ticks need to get off of him fast to prevent illness such as lime disease.

Answer 8

there is a dip and shampoo you can get at pets mart its called Adam's flea and tick get both follow what the bottle says and it works wonders

Answer 9

There a bunch of collars and sprays. But you need to take them out by hand first, then apply the cure.