A Complete Flea & Tick Prevention Guide For Dogs & Puppies.

Flea and tick are the major troubles which every dog face. A lot of pet owners get concerned when they spot small brownish sort of insects on their dog’s body. And due to lack of awareness, they start giving the medications to the dog which likely ends up giving detrimental consequences and sometimes loss of the dog. So, here in this blog, we are going to give you a comprehensive idea about these annoying insects followed with infographic, medications, Flea and Tick Shampoo for Dogs and Puppies   precautions and requisite instruction. Even if you are left with several queries feel free to -

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A. WHAT ARE FLEA AND TICKS?

Flea and ticks are two different types of parasites which are found in the external environment resulting in severe discomfort for dogs if not cured on time.

1. FLEAS- are blood sucking wingless insects which are transmitting in nature. If we go in numbers there are about 2000 types of fleas. They can be found everywhere but mostly prefer warm, humid conditions.
2. TICKS - these are not insects but can be said to be close cousins of spiders and mites. If we go in numbers there are about 80 types of tick species. Like fleas, it is also transmittable, harmful and can be found everywhere and anytime.

B. HOW TO CHECK YOUR DOG HAS FLEA AND TICKS?

1. The first place to check the fleas and ticks is the pet’s fur. First, divide the fur if you are able to see small black/brown color thing, then you are on the right step.
2. Comb your dog using flea and tick comb, you will come across some bumps or critters moving quickly.
3. Wear white socks and take a walk in the areas where your dog just spends some time frequently, you will see some black dirt kind of thing like black pepper on your socks known as flea dirt.

C.  BUY DOG FLEAS AND TICKS REMOVAL PRODUCTS ONLINE  - 

Before beginning with any kind of treatment or applying flea and tick products, it is imperative for you to know how many of these annoying insects are there in your dog’s body. Here listing a comprehensive yet easy instructions for your dog. You are advised to follow the instructions accordingly for better results.

1. Make sure to muzzle your dog and strictly not allow the dog to lick during application of these products.
2. Always do the application of these products under supervision.
3. For puppies below 4 months, only flea and tick powder should be applied.
4. Always consult your vet and take proper precautions.
5. Start from counting how many flea and ticks are there in the dog’s body. You can do this by the above-mentioned process.

C1. - If you see 2-3 flea and ticks, then you are lucky as your pooch is in the first stage and it is easy to cure. For up to 2-3 flea and ticks you can choose among the below-mentioned products -

1. Flea and ticks Shampoo -

• Intas softas flea and tick shampoo,
• Petcare Notix green pet shampoo,
• Notix dog shampoo,

2.   Flea and ticks Soap -

• Petcare notix green soap

3.  Flea and ticks  Powder -

• k9 bact powder for dogs,
• Himalaya erina Ep powder and shampoo combination

C2. - Some pet owners worry about the health of the dogs and think the skin and coat might get affected and natural oils may lose. In such case, you can go for natural products -

• Himalaya erina Ep powder and shampoo combination,
• Petcare notix green soap,
• Bayer bolfo anti tick and flea powder
• Brampton Out! Natural Flea and tick Spray
• Bayer Kiltix collar for flea and ticks

C3. - When flea and tick count increases up to 5-7 then there is something to worry about. But we are here with the solution. Here suggesting the products to get rid of the flea and ticks -

1.  Flea and ticks Shampoo -

• Vitoquinol Reltix Anti Tick and Flea Shampoo,
• Virbac clinar-M Cypermetrin And miconazole Nitrate Shampoo,

2.  Flea and ticks Powder -

• Bayer bolfo anti tick and flea powder,
• Extick powder anti tick powder,
• Cisatix powder for pets

3.  Flea and ticks Soap -

• Pet mankind extick dog soap,
• Tick free anti tick dog soap

4.  Flea and ticks Spray -

• Fiprofort flea and tick spray,
• Fipronil Nayflee Flea And Tick Spray
• Vetoquinol Dermichlor Anti Itch and flea spray,
• Fixotic dog flea and tick aerosol spray

5. Fiprofort Plus Spot on for small dogs/medium dogs/large dogs

► Features -

• Easy to squeeze pipette with zero retention.
• Precise spot application
• Kills parasites at all stages
• Controls parasites up to 2 weeks
• Prevents re-infestation
• Long lasting results.

Instructions -

1. Choose a time that is suitable for you and your dog as well. Make sure your dog is relaxed, calm and comfortable or else the application might not give expected results.
2. Part your dog’s fur at the nap of the neck so the skin is visible. You have to consider the skin here, as it is the area where you have to apply the spot on for easy absorption into the bloodstream.
3. Squeeze the solution there do not squeeze out quickly in order to give some time for the skin to absorb.
4. The spot on roll off the animal's coat protecting your pet from flea and ticks.

C4. - Now it is likely to happen that your dog is suffering a maximum number of flea and ticks. In such cases giving the above medication might not give effective results. 

Here you are advised to use

Ridd Anti Tick Flea Solution for Dogs -

1. Form - Liquid
2. Dosage - One application per week as advised
3. Note - Not for pups less than 4 months.
4. Features -

• Removes all parasites and fleas
• Provide relief from redness and itching
• Cut the oxygen supply for parasites
• Does not contain harmful chemicals

5. Precautions - Use muzzle and don't let the animal lick it. Consult a vet.
6. Instructions -

• Clip the hairs
• Bath the animal and pat dry
• Make a dip concentrate as per dosage
• Apply the solution all over the body and on the affected area
• Allow it to dry
• Do not give bath for a week after application

D. WHERE DO FLEA AND TICK HIDE?

Flea and ticks are small dark brown and black color of parasites that hide in the following body parts of your pet -

1. Under the collar
2. Under the tail
3. Inside the grain area
4. Under the front legs
5. Elbow
6. On dogs eyelash

Make sure to keep a regular check on the above-mentioned areas.

E. WHAT ARE THE SIGNS OF FLEA AND TICKS IN DOGS -

The first step to resolving the problems of flea and tick is to know the symptoms. It is not possible to identify the symptoms but you can get these annoying insects fall into your trap. Here mentioned some basic symptoms which will help you to easily identify them -

1. Flea dirt (small black or reddish brown)
2. Abnormal scratching
3. Licking and biting
4. Hair fall
5. Red hot spots
6. Pale gums

F. HOW TO REMOVE FLEA AND TICKS?

It is strictly advised not to kill flea and ticks. Every Time you see them on your dog’s body follow the process mentioned -

1. Take a tweezer and remove them with the help of the two blades.
2. Drop them to into water or alcohol.
3. If you will kill them, it will spread and transmit more harmful diseases and can affect your dog.

G. HOW TO PREVENT YOUR DOG FROM FLEA AND TICK IN FUTURE?

After going through the whole comprehensive procedure of removing the entire flea and tick from the dog’s body, neither you nor your dog would like to entertain these creatures anymore. Here comes the question what precautions must be taken to ensure the prevention -

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1. Tickless pet ultrasonic tick and flea repeller for pets - is a small device which emits ultrasonic rays, in the form of a pendant that can be attached to your pet's collar. It's the ideal solution to keep ticks and fleas away from dogs and cats; it is a totally safe way with zero side effects.
2. Bayer Kiltix collar for flea and ticks - helps to eliminate and prevent the infestation of flea and tick.

How to use collars -

• Take out the collar from the sealed pack
• Unroll and remove plastic strips
• Stretch the collars to open the pores
• Fix the collar loosely around the neck
• Check the collar regularly

H. Flea and ticks are really annoying and after following the whole process of their removal neither or the dogs want them back. So make sure to take the below-mentioned steps strictly and add them to your routine or make a checklist.

1. Use flea and tick collars for your dog.
2. Keep your house dry as soon as possible. Moist places are the harbor of flea and ticks.
3. Wash your dog beds and essentials properly. Cleaning of these must be done every month.
4. Weekly brush your dog with flea and tick combs.
5. Clean your house properly and special concern should be given to the corners especially.
6. Bath your dog every week with proper grooming products.
7. Once the problem of flea and tick is solved, use the basic dog shampoos and conditioners as to prevent essential oils.
8. Whenever you take your dog for a walk make sure to go in the clean area and mow your lawn when required to avoid theses insects.

One has to be careful while treating their puppy or adult dog for flea and tick. Most of these products are not safe for them and can even result in death. So make sure to muzzle your dog and strictly not allow the dog to lick during application of these products.