Checking Your Pets for Ticks
To properly check your pets for ticks, it is essential to perform routine inspections, especially during warmer months, when ticks are most active, and potentially in winter as well, as ticks can survive in freezing temperatures. Look for ticks in areas such as the ears, armpits, skin folds, toes, and groin by thoroughly combing through the fur and feeling for any small, firm bumps on the skin. Utilizing a fine-toothed comb and parting the fur can help to identify ticks that may be present. The more frequently these checks are conducted, the easier it becomes to detect ticks on your pet.
