Best dog flea & tick control products according to redditors
We found 131 Reddit comments discussing the best dog flea & tick control products. We ranked the 47 resulting products by number of redditors who mentioned them. Here are the top 20.
We found 131 Reddit comments discussing the best dog flea & tick control products. We ranked the 47 resulting products by number of redditors who mentioned them. Here are the top 20.
I rescued a german shepherd mix when he was about 2 months old and he just turned 2 years! He's awesome!
Join /r/dogs for great community, support, and advice.
Here are some of my dog's favorites if you're lost on what to Wishlist on Amazon:
Furminator GSD mixes don't need regular brushing, but this one works great for shedding season
Dremel for nail trimming GSD = black nails, a bit trickier to trim. I use this with lots of treats to put a nice round edge and take off a bit of length of my dog's nails. works good but get him accustomed to it slowly and with lots of treats. Pretty soon he won't mind.
*Zukes are great treats for training
Wow I kind of didn't realize I have so much shit for my dog. But he's family so...anyway. Also costco has great beds for $20ish (comparably $80+ from a petstore) They also carry Frontline, lots of treats (buscuits, duck breast jerkey - the best!) good food (Iams ProActive goes on sale once in a while, and they also carry Natures Domain salmon/sweet potato food that's really good).
Ticks = high socks, long pants, carry a tick key
Bears = stand your ground and look big, don't run cause they will definitely catch you. You don't want a bear to catch you.
Snakes = scream like a little girl and run away. 100% effective in all situations.
Moose = find a thick patch of trees you can move through. Moose are not nimble creatures and end of season males have giant antlers - they cannot maneuver well in dense trees.
Little flying bitey things = cover your skin in clothing or bug spray. If this fails, curse the gods and swat the air wildly.
Little critters that want your food = learn to properly hang a bear bag and do it - every. single. time. Critters just want your food don't give 'em a reason to hang around.
Bigfoot = negotiate a peace treaty using Jack Links Beef Jerky
The last data shows 992 confirmed cases in the entire country. That's not "ground zero". The state of Pennsylvania alone had 9250 confirmed cases in 2018.
You can live in fear if you want, but it's not really as big a deal as the media hype is making it out to be. If you get a tick and have symptoms, by all means see a doctor... and if you're really concerned about removing ticks, get one of these. Stop buying into media fear mongering though.
https://www.amazon.com/TickEase-Remover-Safest-Removal-People/dp/B00KI1I7BU
+1 for the tick key. Anytime we've found a tick on our dogs or ourselves this thing removes it super easy and always gets all of it.
http://tickkey.com/
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B000R1D3KQ/ref=mp_s_a_1?qid=1367889219&sr=8-1&pi=SL75
Personally I'd go with a 4 person unless you have a pressing need to try for smaller.
I recommend having a towel to wipe them down as they come into the tent and I really like having a moving blanket down inside to protect the tent and catch dirt.
Remember to check for ticks daily and have a removal system ready.
I like a proper tick key for removing ticks. Just feels like a more assured and complete removal.
I use this one: Tick Twister Tick Remover Set with Small and Large Tick Twister https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01BECRHEO/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_CfIOAbD98JBKD
Don't remove them with tweezers, if you're concerned about doing it the right way. Pinching them with the tweezers could result in the head being left in the skin, which could lead to infection.
Tick keys are the way to go, they're designed specifically to remove the head with the body.
https://www.amazon.com/Tick-Key-Products-TickKey-Remover/dp/B000R1D3KQ
As others have mentioned, stay away from Frontline. We've used Advantix for years and haven't had a tick problem since. My entire yard is surrounded by woods and we still don't have any problems.
This product is great for removing them, doesn't take up much room in the keychain or wallet either.
They make tick tweezers and also tick removers. I've used both of these
http://www.amazon.com/Contech-300000772-Tick-Twister-Pro/dp/B000VUSV6Y/ref=pd_sim_sbs_petsupplies_4
http://www.amazon.com/Ticked-Off-Pets-Remover-White/dp/B00008434T/ref=pd_sim_petsupplies_1
It’s always a good idea to keep a tick remover on you for walkies too, because they can still bite even if your dog is treated.
I use this one that attaches to my keychain.
Same on Panhandle Trail. Not much help but these removers (or something similar) are cheap and light to carry on you. Much easier than tweezers.
Tick Twister Tick Remover Set https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01BECRHEO/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_qQj2AbZK37475
Always better to build one yourself.
Here's mine. Might give you some ideas.
6x6 Med Pouch (Modified with fingernail polish)
Not all of this fits inside the med pouch itself. It's meant for quick access to the critical items.
If this were me, here's what I would do:
1: I would get a big bottle of this stuff, throw on a mask and spray the ever loving shit out of that entire basement. Floors, walls, ceiling, corners, etc.
2 Break out the vacuum or shop vac and go around and vacuum up all the spider webs/dead bugs in the corners and whatnot. Really go spring clean on it.
3 Get a bag of diatomaceous earth and put a liberal coating of it all around the perimeters of the basement. All around the base of walls, in window sills and so on.
4 Build a frame to keep your bed up off the floor. You'll need a couple 2x4's, a sheet of plywood and some screws/nails.
Dunno if it’d work just as well with people but don’t even risk the oil with pets and ticks, just use this
If you are going to do a bomb/treat your home, make sure you kill all the fleas on your pets first. Capstar will make sure nothing is left on your pet for 24 hours. I only have experience giving it to dogs and cats, so ask your vet regarding the bunny if he gets fleas.
(Every time my pets are borded, they're given Capstar by the vet techs so they know the facility is clean as well.)
Is he on a good flea prevention? Small red bumps on the dorsum (on top of his back and pelvic area) is classic for flea allergy. Live fleas can be difficult, if not impossible to find, especially on a dark dog. Benedryl will likely help temporarily, but you need to get him on a flea prevention. Consider Advantix, which is a monthly topical, or Seresto, which is a collar that lasts 7-8 months.
I want to preach about this product https://www.amazon.com/Tick-Removal-Tool-TRIX-Lasso/dp/B001QC34LS
pulled many a tick off totally intact, all legs wrigglin. Also, they can't get away, fully captive until you dispatch them.
oh boy do I have a fun tool for you... The Tick Twister https://www.amazon.com/Tick-Twister-Remover-Small-Large/dp/B000VUSV6Y?th=1
I seriously swear by these little tick removing crowbars. I get ticks all the time and have never had a problem when I use these things. Small one is for deer ticks, the Larger one is for regular size ticks.
Tweezers are second best in my book. My recommendation would be to get a tick lasso instead. I pick a couple of ticks every day off my cats and dogs with one, and it's quick, painless, difficult to fuck up and I've yet to leave a head behind.
Something like this: https://www.amazon.com/Tick-Removal-Tool-TRIX-Lasso/dp/B001QC34LS
Yeah, I try to keep one of these Tick Keys in my disc bag. They can be found for a few bucks at walmart. havent had to use one yet but it has good reviews
https://www.amazon.com/Tick-Key-Removal-Pack-Multi/dp/B0014B1TR2/ref=sr_1_5?s=pet-supplies&ie=UTF8&qid=1492617394&sr=1-5&keywords=tick+remover
I lean more toward separate tools for each function; knife, tweezers, scissors, tick pick, clippers, pen. If you get UL versions of each, the total weight is about the same as a multi-tool, but each tool works far better than the multi-tool version.
[CountyComm] (https://countycomm.com/) is a good source for some of these tools.
I know this adds up to 60 g, but weighed together they are: 59 g (2.0 oz).
I will admit that for EDC, a single multitool in the pocket (or on the belt) is far handier than carrying a small ziplock with all of my separate tools. But in the pack, I'll go with the ziplock toolkit every time.
But if someone knows of a better (lighter weight) nail clipper, please reply.
Awareness is most effective. People are often so much in their heads that they don't notice what's crawling on them. But if you brush or wash a crawling tick off before it bites, that's safest. Once it bites, it releases a chemical that can inhibit your perception of it.
After awareness, self-inspection is important. Lyme disease is not transmitted until the tick has been attached for 24 - 36 hours, so thorough daily inspection should prevent infection.
Here’s a better breakdown of the stuff I bring. A lot of it I bring in a “better safe than sorry” mentality. I try to keep most of the ten essentials with me, and honestly, they take up so little space and weigh so little that it’s just easy for me to keep them in the pack and always have them with me. It’s like putting on your seat belt in a car- there’s VERY little chance you’ll crash, but it’s so easy to do that I figure I may as well!
Stuff for Adults
· Hiking Boots
· Wool Socks
· Shorts
· Workout Tops
· Cell Phones
· Sunglasses
· Mountain Warehouse Day Pack
· Nalgene 32 Ounce Bottle
· Coghlan’s Bear Bell
· Snacks
· First Aid Kit with Tick Removal Tool
· SOL 2-Person Emergency Bivvy
· Whistle
· Compass
· Map
· Headlamps
· Bug Lotion
· Toilet Paper
Stuff for Baby
· Baby Sun Hat
· NUBY Bug Net
· MEC Shuttlecraft Kid Carrier
· Infantino Up Close Newborn Carrier (as a back-up carrier if she wanted to change positions)
· Spare Polyester Onesie
· Pacifier (and back-up pacifiers)
· GERBER First Essentials Bottle+ Formula
· Munchkin Formula Dispenser
· Diapers
· Wipes
· Coppertone Waterbabies Stick Sunscreen (would bring sunscreen for adults if not carrying this)
· Tylenol (for baby)
· Benadryl (for baby)
This is your best bet,
http://www.amazon.com/Contech-300000772-Tick-Twister-Pro/dp/B000VUSV6Y/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1404786688&sr=8-1&keywords=tick+twister
Look up vids about tick twister. Super safe for the dog!!!
Tick Twister! This works fantastically well. Our vet used it on a tick that I had missed on our dog and I ordered a couple from Amazon to have on hand. This thing gets the entire tick with no fooling around:
http://www.amazon.com/Contech-300000772-Tick-Twister-Pro/dp/B000VUSV6Y/ref=sr_1_sc_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1405077454&sr=8-1-spell&keywords=tick+twiser
Use a tick scoop. Works great. http://www.amazon.com/Ticked-Off-Pets-Remover-White/dp/B00008434T
Anyone have any luck with these? I've been working in the woods a a lot this spring and though I havn't got a tick yet, some of the guys I've worked with have. http://www.amazon.com/Tick-Key-Products-TickKey-Remover/dp/B000R1D3KQ
Don't overthink it. Hiking/camping is just the art of being outside and not dying - if you're only going on a one or two day trip it's really easy not to die.
You should bring at least 1.5L of water per day of your hike, more when the weather is hot like this.
Use sunscreen, especially if you're on a hike without much tree cover.
Make sure your cellphone is fully charged and have either a paper map or a map that you can access offline.
Bring food.
Tell someone where you're going before you go.
Carry your gear in a backpack or fannypack, not in your hands or a handbag.
Make sure your pack is comfortable before you leave for the trail - you'll be wearing it on your shoulders for hours so make sure the weight is distributed well and that there are no spots which poke you in the back. You probably don't need a special hiking backpack with a frame, you'll be fine with a bookbag. Bonus points if the straps are padded and it has a strap that goes across your breast.
Ignore anyone who tells you to get hiking boots. Just wear a lightweight sneaker that you know you're comfortable wearing all day. If you're going overnight bring along a pair of sandals or something you can wear at camp. Your feet will be swollen at the end of the day so make sure you sit with them elevated for at least a few minutes occasionally.
This is tick country so check yourself for ticks when you stop. They like the warm crevasses of your body - think crotch, armpits, behind your knee, etc. Don't worry about ticks to much because you'll usually have a few hours between when they get on you and when they actually start sucking blood. You can safely remove them using a tick key.
This is what I use in the unfortunate event I find a tick on me or a family member. It's also what we used to use when I worked in the Emergency Department, which was a recommendation I could live with.
Maine here. The ticks have been insane. My toddler had one on her eye a few weeks ago.... literally attached to her tear duct... and I flung myself from the passenger seat into the back to get it off of her when I noticed. She was a champ.
Buy one of these TickEase Tick Remover Dual Tipped Tweezers, it is such a lifesaver. Has never failed to get the head, from large or tiny ticks.
Get a tick key, they're cheap. You slide it under the attached tick and pop it off.
I got a tick attached to me last week, after a stroll through the park. First time that's ever happened to me, as far as I'm aware.
Caught it about four hours after getting home, used one of those keys to pop if off.
https://www.amazon.com/TickEase-Tick-Remover-Tipped-Tweezers/dp/B00KI1I7BU
I was going to suggest this, but the only problem is OP is saying they're seeing eggs, and Capstar works on adult fleas only.
But yes! You can buy it OTC now. On Amazon too!
We tried Bravecto on our dogs when we lived in Florida and it did nothing. We had better luck with Revolution. I think it depends on the species of ticks though. Have you invested in one of these yet? https://www.amazon.com/Ticked-Off-Pets-Remover-White/dp/B00008434T/ref=sr_1_24?s=pet-supplies&ie=UTF8&qid=1525383842&sr=1-24&keywords=tick+removal+tool I cannot get ticks off without it!
It seems to have junk ratings on amazon with a lot of anecdotal reports of side effects.
http://www.amazon.com/Hartz-UltraGuard-Flea-Drops-16-30/product-reviews/B0002AQNU4/ref=dp_top_cm_cr_acr_txt?ie=UTF8&showViewpoints=1
I've ordered it from Amazon before with no issues - looks like this one will ship to Canada: https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B007TA5QNA/
Since you've already treated with topical flea killer, Capstar is a Godsend!
I also spray all bedding, carpets, furniture, etc. with Zodiac. That shit gets the job done! 👍🏻
After that, it's just a matter of breaking the fleas' life cycle by continuing to administer topical flea treatment.
Good luck! 🍀
I did a bunch of hiking in Waterton this weekend and didn't have any issues with ticks. As with any hiking, do a quick once over once you're done to check for them. Maybe invest in a tick twister since they're cheap and it would put your mind at ease. If you get a tick, and you get it off within the first 12 hours you generally won't get any sort of illness from them.
Yes on the RAM. I think Alienware charges $100 extra. If you were to do it yourself, it would run you (depending on region) $50-80. So that is easier to just let Dell do it.
As for the HDD, I believe fully upgraded they want close $200. Which is just nuts for a HDD, so ya, do that yourself.. (Keep in mind HDD will ONLY affect loading times, and will have almost 0 effect in gaming once everything is loaded)
Finally, to truly make this a couch experience, buy a lapdesk for your keyboard and mouse, and hook your Alpha up to your TV. Don't buy a monitor, just use your TV. As far as your 4K question, yes, that is totally overkill.
Hope this helps!
Lapdesk:
https://www.amazon.com/Student-LapDesk-Bamboo-Laptop-Notebook/dp/B01GF5IN84/ref=sr_1_10?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1473692254&sr=1-10&keywords=lapdesk+for+laptop+wood
Well, this got far longer than I intended. I hope you get something useful out of it, I did a brief summary at the end if you want to just skip to that.
The most important gear to have would be a way to contact someone if necessary. Assuming there is service, a cell phone suffices. I doubt you are going far enough into the wilderness for now that you will be out of cell reach. But keep an eye on the signal on your first trip on a trail, you don't want to find out you're in a dead zone after you realize you need to contact someone. An additional option would be an emergency whistle, some of them are capable of blasting over 120 decibels and are small enough to fit in a small first aid kit (see below) or wear around your neck. Three blasts are the commonly accepted signal for "Can I get some help over here please?!" Let someone know where you are going and when you expect to be back, so they can send out the cavalry in case you get turned around and can't make cell contact.
If you are going off pavement onto trails, take a map of the general area showing the trails in case you get turned around. Caltopo or Google maps are the most commonly used source for free, printable maps these days I believe. Just remember, typical printer paper and ink aren't waterproof, so slip them into a ziploc in case of rain. If you are going to be hiking in a managed area, contact whoever is in charge of managing it, as they probably have excellent maps available. If all else fails, there are often good maps at trailheads. Just don't get there empty-handed to hike counting on there to be a map. There are also lots of apps available like Gaia, Alltrails, Hiking Project, etc. A small (half-dollar size) pocket compass to orient yourself is handy to have, in case your cell phone dies and you don't have it to reference. Too many people act like there is no chance of them dropping or sitting on their phone or having it just decide to crap out on them. A small compass would also fit in a small emergency kit (see below).
Also important is to carry water. How much depends on the weather, distance, etc. Use you judgment and then carry a little more. A liter (maybe two?) should be enough for a couple of hours hiking. A snack or energy bar can be nice to have in a pocket in case your energy levels start to crash as well.
Another very important consideration is your footwear. If you are going to be hiking on established trails or paths, I don't personally think you need boots and would probably be better off in very comfortable walking or trekking shoes. They are far more lightweight (less fatiguing) and breath better than most boots. Speaking of breathing, waterproof anything = barely breathes. For spring, summer and fall, you'll probably be more comfortable in good breathing shoes that aren't waterproof but can dry quickly (including your sweat). Sweaty feet lead to them slipping around in the shoe, which leads to blisters. The only reason I would suggest boots is if you are going to be hiking over rough, rocky terrain or lots of roots that make for an uneven surface. In that case, good boots laced tightly can save you from twisting an ankle. Whatever you get, don't buy them at Walmart, go somewhere where the help has a clue. Don't be afraid to throw an aftermarket pair of insoles in there from the outset if they make the shoe/boot feel perfect, especially fully supporting your arch. Whatever you get, break them in slowly. Don't start with a 10 mile hike unless you like pain. If you've got a good pair of very comfortable, great fitting (no foot slippage!) and supportive walking shoes that aren't worn out right now, try them before blowing a bunch of money on something fancy.
Along with good walking shoes goes good walking socks. Cushioned merino wool hiking socks are always preferred over cotton, possibly with a sock liner if you are prone to blisters. The perennial favorite is Darn Tough Merino Wool Cushion Socks (lifetime guarantee!), but pick whatever you like. Just get something with cushioning (but not way too much that will make your foot slip around in your shoe). Don't worry about wool being hot, merino wool is some magical, physics-defying material. Just don't get winter-weight socks, you'll be fine. Merino wool socks can be hiked in for literally days and not pick up any odor, wool is naturally anti-microbial. Synthetic socks, on the other hand, can reek after a few hours and the smell will not want to come out.
Lastly on the foot front, take something like moleskin or similar blister care/prevention with you from the outset. Even sports tape or a band-aid will help in a pinch. A little first aid kit (throw it in a little ziploc baggie, no need to buy one) with some moleskin, a couple of band-aids, a safety pin (pops blisters, field repair ripped clothing/zippers/broken buttons), a couple of benadryl and advil, maybe some sting-eze along with your emergency compass will slip into any pocket. The key here is that as soon as you feel a hot spot, or rubbing on any part of your foot, STOP IMMEDIATELY, remove your shoe and sock, inspect the area and put something over the spot that is being rubbed. Check inside of your shoe, is there anything inside that might be causing the rub? Nobody ever wants to stop to mess with an annoyance in their shoe, so they soldier on. Well, it isn't going to go away, and it's just going to keep getting worse and worse until you can't walk on it. And it'll be too damn late to do anything preventative by then. So stop and take action as soon as you feel it. Sometimes just re-tying your shoe can stop the slippage. Don't ignore it. Your feet will toughen up, but if it's a recurring problem, consider sock liners, different shoes, pre-taping that spot before starting your hike, etc.
What to wear depends on the weather (temperatures and rain) and sun in your area. Clothing generally blocks sun better than sunscreen, but it can also make you hotter. Sunburns suck and lead to melanoma. Always wear a cap that will breath and is designed to keep the sun off of your face (a wide brim all the way around is great, if not a fashion statement). Cotton clothing is generally not pleasant once it's drenched with sweat (or rain), doubled or more in weight and sticking to you, but it is more effective at cooling you when it's wet (which is also why it can be deadly if it gets wet and the temperatures drop - and I'm not talking down to freezing). Performance synthetics are better at drying and blocking sun, but some can hold onto stink like nobody's business, even through washes. Lightweight merino is great, but they don't give that stuff away and it isn't as durable as synthetics. You can get by with whatever you've got in the closet to get started. I prefer synthetic, stretchable, hiking pants; jeans generally suck for hiking. They are restrictive, they bind when you want to raise your leg high, once they get wet they stay wet all day, so on and so forth. If all you've got is jeans or shorts, go shorts if the weather allows. Just remember, any skin you like cancer free needs to be covered with clothing or sunscreen.
Depending on the tick and mosquito intensity in your area, long pants/sleeves can help there, too. For sure, make use of bug repellent like DEET or Picaradin (hint: the "all natural" stuff doesn't really work) if you will be out in the early morning or evening for mosquitoes, or walking through grass for ticks. If you will be going off of established dirt paths and ticks are a real problem in your area, consider treating your clothes with permethrin. I'm really a believer in combining permethrin on my clothing with picaridin on my skin to prevent tick bites. If you do pick up a tick, do not pull it out with tweezers, or burn it or put oil on it or any of the other crappy old wives tales. That will likely just result in it spewing its bacterial load into your bloodstream. Use something like a Tick Key or similar that gets under the tick and pries it up out of your skin without ripping its head off still embedded in you, or squishing everything inside of it into you ala tweezers.
Lastly, and this is definitely an "after you've got some experience" item, you could consider trekking poles, even without carrying a pack. You mentioned being out of shape, trekking poles can really take some strain off of your knees, hips and ankles and spread it to your upper body. Definitely don't go out and buy them to start with, but keep them in mind if you find your lower joints really bothering you. Lots of people even brag up Walmart's and Costco's trekking poles that are pretty inexpensive. Just be sure to get the kind that have "flip-locks" instead of the "twist-locks" if you get adjustable length poles. Most people who start with twist locks quickly move on to flip locks after their twist lock poles collapse under them a few times. Watch some Youtube videos for proper technique for using poles.
All of the above will either be worn on you or fit in your pockets, with the exception of the water, which you could carry or get some sort of bladder or bottle carrier that would fit to your belt. No need for a pack - unless you want one!
So to summarize:
And go have fun! It's walking, chances are you aren't going to screw that up too badly, and the more you do, the better you'll get. You'll also figure out exactly what you want to have with you out there.
Are you trying to move because of the fleas ? either way from experience i can say use a flea bomb, wash your sheets, blankets ,vacuum every day, and put a flea trap where you experience the bites. I adopted a cat and it came with fleas so i did all of the above and got rid of them, Oh and for the car i used a Flea Spray,
Flea trap:
https://www.amazon.com/Victor-M230A-Ultimate-Flea-Trap/dp/B000668Z96?keywords=flea+lights&qid=1540581545&sr=8-4&ref=sr_1_4
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Flea Spray:
https://www.amazon.com/Hartz-UltraGuard-Plus-Flea-Spray/dp/B0016HDW5G?keywords=Flea+spray&qid=1540582038&sr=8-17&ref=sr_1_17
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Good Luck.
Capstar Flea Tablets for Dogs and Cats, 6 Count, 2-25 lbs, Blue https://www.amazon.com/dp/B005Z6UL1M/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_fYnqzbGG9WJY0
Haven't noticed an up-tick (har) in Oklahoma / Arkansas yet. Be sure to carry a Tick Key
I picked myself up one of these handy keychain tick keys last year for easy removal after a lyme disease outbreak in my city last year. Would recommend.
You know how pets can get flea dips and they turn out okay? Turns out, chickens can too - you just have to make it yourself. When it comes to mites, lice, and all sorts of nasties, permethrin straight-up wrecks them. Normally on forums I've always seen people mentioning permethrin powder, but liquid stuff works REALLY well, especially as you can make it so the dip is a bit more concentrated than normal. Not too concentrated though, as that can be dangerous!
Wear gloves+goggles (seriously, do it) and dilute the permethrin to what the instructions say in a fairly large plastic tub or box, whatever could fit an angry chicken. Make sure that there is enough in there so that the liquid dip reaches up to the bottom of the chicken, but make sure the liquid level is not so high as a chicken could potentially drown or injure him/herself.
Then, after you set it up, it's time to dip your first chicken. Plop the confused bird in there and gently massage it's scaley-leg infested legs a bit. Then, lift him/her up and apply vaseline. This serves two purposes: it locks the permethrin in so it doesn't come off AND it helps suffocate the mites. Make sure to give the chicken a nice long foot/leg massage that includes lots and lots of gloopy vaseline. Seriously, if you think you added enough, add a bit more.
After this, the chicken will likely be confused as to why it got a sudden and probably unwanted spa service, but it's for the best! Just let her run around, she might stand still for a bit before doing this though she probably has never been dipped and massaged before- no worries, it's normal.
Repeat this for every chicken, and maybe do it again in ten or so days, just to make sure no mites escaped your wrath. You should see clear, mite-less legs in no time. :)
I have one of these tick removal tools which resemble a mini crowbar. They work great and remove a tick (live or dead) in a matter of seconds with no stress on the dog.
NB. You don't use it like a crowbar though, you scoop under the tick's head as close to the skin as possible then twist so the tick is removed cleanly, mouthpieces and-all.
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But yeah, as another comment mentions, practice feeling and fussing your dog all over so they become accustomed to having all areas of their body inspected and touched. Then next time your dog gets a tick, has a minor cut which needs dressing, needs de-shedding / brushing, washing, etc. you'll have a much easier time.
Capstar, you can buy it on Amazon here: http://smile.amazon.com/Capstar-Flea-Tablets-Cats-Single/dp/B005Z6UL1M/ref=sr_1_1?s=pet-supplies&ie=UTF8&qid=1449439763&sr=1-1&keywords=capstar
Use with a topical like Frontline, as a preventative, which is also available on Amazon from the manufacturer. http://smile.amazon.com/s/ref=sr_nr_p_6_3?fst=as%3Aoff&rh=n%3A2619533011%2Ck%3Afrontline%2Cp_89%3AMerial%2Cp_6%3AATVPDKIKX0DER&keywords=frontline&ie=UTF8&qid=1449440129&rnid=2661622011
I recommend starting an Amazon wishlist.
Okay will try this out. Thank you!
I assume this is the same bottle?
https://www.amazon.com/Virbac-Knockout-Treatment-Spray-16-Ounce/dp/B00AT6FY6A/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1502324106&sr=8-1&keywords=Virbac+Knockout+E.S.+Area+Treatment+Spray#customerReviews
I have gloves, masks, should I keep out of my apartment for a time after applying it?
Alright.
One thing I didn't know was that the topical medicine will wash off with water. We kept putting on the monthly tick/flea medicine but he kept getting ticks, because we were also giving him baths every other week.
Next best thing we got was the Tick Key ( https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000R1D3KQ/ref=cm_sw_r_sms_awdb_t1_rPkdBb10F67MC ) to help with pulling them off.
I can't give you documentation, but from personal experience, I agree. I've seen lots of people come in with cats having seizures, foaming, losing hair, etc after application of cheap topical flea meds. More commonly, I just find animals come in with fleas despite those meds.
http://www.amazon.com/Hartz-UltraGuard-Flea-Drops-16-30/product-reviews/B0002AQNU4/ref=sr_1_1_cm_cr_acr_txt?ie=UTF8&showViewpoints=1
There are good OTC flea meds too. Doesn't have to come from a vet. But I would say be discerning at least, and ask your vet. (If they refuse to tell you about quality OTCs, I'd say don't trust your vet.)
Just bought this special pair of tweezers on Amazon. cheers
The collars and powders don't work. There is a pill called Capstar which will kill fleas... my vet uses it when we had to board our dogs:
"You can safely use Capstar Flea Tablets for Pets on cats and dogs older than 1 week and weighing more than 2 pounds. Capstar for fleas is also safe to use on pregnant or nursing cats and dogs. Capstar flea pills are great for welcoming home new pets, sending pets to kennels or pet boarders."
The effects last for 24 hours, so you need to start topical flea treatment within that time. You can use the capstar once a day until the spot treatment kicks in... which can take a day or two. Then, if you keep using the spot treatment monthly you should not have issues with fleas.
The Advantage II is the spot treatment I'd use. You apply the medication between the shoulder blades, and it does the rest.
Giving flea treatments to a cat that doesn't actually HAVE fleas is fairly pointless. As far as good flea treatments, stay away from seargents, frontline ect. They can be very dangerous to cats causing cancer, liver problems ect in the long run. When my long haired cat gets fleas I use these two products one called "Capstar" (I know it says for dogs but it doesn't really matter if you get the dogs or cats one) and another called "Program" its a two part treatment that the cat takes orally (I mix it into wet food so they don't know) and one of them kills all existing fleas and one of them keeps any eggs from hatching and its done through some sort of enzymes that only harm the fleas and not the cat. I have great success with this and it doesn't make my cat sick like the gel products do.
Here it is on Amazon
Jesus folks, just get one of these already:
http://www.amazon.com/Tick-Twister-Pro-Remover/dp/B010NU1V1I?ie=UTF8&keywords=tick%20twister&qid=1465274039&ref_=sr_1_2&sr=8-2
Tick keys are great for removal - http://www.amazon.com/Tick-Key-Removal-Pack-Multi/dp/B0014B1TR2
https://www.amazon.co.uk/TRIX-TICK-LASSO-REMOVER-HUMANS/dp/B001QC34LS/ref=sr_1_17?ie=UTF8&qid=1469708544&sr=8-17-spons&keywords=tick+remover&psc=1
A trix tick remover, and
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Anself-Stainless-Hand-pained-Cosmetic-Magnifying/dp/B013LB17JW/ref=sr_1_5_a_it?ie=UTF8&qid=1469708870&sr=8-5&keywords=small+magnifying+mirror
a small compact magnifying mirror such as this one
and don't forget the insect repellent .
I took a sip of something poison, but I'll hold on tight
Man I need a few things.. I need Diapers and Baby wipes for my daughter and I really need these so I can start working out and lose weight. And Frontline for my dogs.. Ugh seems like the list never ends. Thanks for this contest! You are so sweet for helping people out!
heres my dog album
I have two pitbulls, had a third till she got sick and had to be put down :( and an australian shephard who is strong enough to pull both my pits around when they play tug of war. i know exactly what toys last the longest.
This ball is by far their favorite and lasts until we lose them. your dog will rip off the feet, the horns and the squeeker but the ball part will last forever!
Other pit owners claim this will last forever it took my dogs less than a minute to rip it open and rip out the stuffing. however, the outside has lasted a very long time! so if you dont mind it being split open it should last.
if i see a garage sale or go to a thrift store ill pick up a basket ball the dogs pop it immediately and it gets ripped apart but the majority of it has lasted a long time
if you go grocery shopping they have beef bones im pretty sure that what their called. but they not only feed your dog but the bones last a long time too.
if i win, the tick twister would be great since i live in the woods and its tick season.
You recommend using tweezers but something like this would be better: http://www.amazon.com/Contech-300000772-Tick-Twister-Pro/dp/B000VUSV6Y/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1371528484&sr=8-2&keywords=tick+remover+tool
Source: I spend a lot of time outdoors too, mountain biking, camping, etc. I carry this with me always.
This stuff worked wonders for me once.
I just went through this with my cat as well. Quite a pain in the ass but it is fixable. What we did was
After 1 round of spraying, a ton of vacuuming, and getting our cat on Advantage our house was flea free in a couple weeks. (really didn't see many after a couple days actually but I'm sure they're there)
Always good to check in with your actual vet though, these were just my experiences a couple months ago. Good luck! Sorry about all the vacuuming you're about to do :)
Edit: Another thing to keep in mind, if you have a vacuum that uses bags, you might consider replacing the bag afterwards because the fleas can still be alive in the bag and might get out again (probably unlikely but better safe than sorry). We had a bagless, and I would empty it outside in the woods after vacuuming and then wash it out with the hose before bringing it back in.
http://www.tickencounter.org/prevention/how_not_to_remove_a_tick
You can also use tick removal tools. I have one similar to this https://www.amazon.com/Tick-Key-Products-TickKey-Remover/dp/B000R1D3KQ/ref=zg_bs_2975390011_9?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=WFQ4S0QVW238A8FFD6K8
But tweezers are just fine too. However, you can't use the tweezers you use to pluck eyebrows. Those are too wide and will crush things. You need tweezers that are really narrow at the tips. These are useful, they have the narrow tips at an angle that is easy to get the ticks with and it has the same tip as the key to slide onto the tick and pull it out like you're pulling out a nail https://www.amazon.com/TickEase-Tick-Remover-Tipped-Tweezers/dp/B00KI1I7BU
I got a $50 treatment from the vet that killed ALL of my dogs fleas. It was fucking magic and worth the $50. Then get this stuff. Knockout. It’s super toxic, but it’ll kill the fuck out of those fleas. Just pack up the dog and take a day at the park while that stuff is working.
I have a dog and have tried pretty much every removal tool, this twisty style works the best, you can get them in the pharmacy - https://www.amazon.co.uk/OTom-02-3785-Otom-Tick-Twister/dp/B0089BOK12
This is the Tick Key that I have. I picked mine up at Dicks sporting goods last year before Peach Fest.
Get one of these. They work great. You use the end opposite the tweezers to get ticks out of your pup. It works like a wedge and pulls them out with the head every time.
Next time. I bought these tweezers but haven't had to use them yet.
I suggest that you get something like a tick key or spoon so next time you don't have to worry!
A Seresto collar will get rid of fleas and ticks like a champ, we use it on all four of our animals with Revolution(for the cats) and Trifexus (for the dogs). Just make an appointment for the vet to check for FIV/FLV, ear mites, or an infection of any kind and catch the cat right before you're supposed to go. Keep it in the bathroom in the sort term and it will keep the fleas from getting ALL over your house. This flea spray is pretty great and we used to get it from my vet, USE ON THE THRESHOLD ONLY, NOT THE CAT (caps for emphasis): https://www.amazon.com/Virbac-Knockout-Treatment-Spray-16-Ounce/dp/B00AT6FY6A
Hope that helps.
http://www.amazon.com/Adams-Plus-Flea-Tick-Mist/dp/B000QCBHK4/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1341117048&sr=8-2&keywords=adams+flea+mist and vacuum vacuum vacuum some more! Lots of proactive cleaning to get things under control. Best of luck! It will get better! I used this on the coach and bedspread, mattress cover, etc. It's potent so be sure to keep the room well ventilated.
Take her to you vet, they should also be able to give you a special tool that is for removing ticks. It's looks a bit like the claw of a hammer and makes it far easier to take them out then with tweezers. I live in Australia and our ticks are scary so most vet recommend them for anyone who goes bush walking.
https://www.amazon.com.au/Pack-ZenPet-Tick-Tornado-Removal/dp/B010NU1V1I/ref=asc_df_B010NU1V1I/?tag=googleshopdsk-22&linkCode=df0&hvadid=341772817816&hvpos=1o9&hvnetw=g&hvrand=12804250129565077048&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9071842&hvtargid=pla-373661072329&psc=1 an example of a good one that is similar to the one I have used
Get a can of Knockout it is what vets keep on hand to spray the room after a pet has been in with fleas. You need to vacuum every room in your house like every single day and dump the container in a trash outside and wash out the vacuum. Fleas can remain dormant for up to 6 months. Make sure you spray really good around baseboards and trim.
We brought in a cat with fleas and did not notice he had fleas for a few days. I used a few cans of this over a month and vacuumed every room every single day. It seemed to work out and kept an infestation from happening.
For future ticks on either the dog or humans, I suggest ordering a tick removal tool. They call them “tick twisters.” They are a tiny plastic tool that you can slide in at the skin and then pull the tick out completely, head and all. I find that doing it with my hands (even on a non-squirming human) the tool makes success much more likely - and even more so with my squirming dog!
This is an example on Amazon, but I’m sure they are available lots of places:
Home Sake Tick Removal Tool for Dogs, Cats and Humans | Ultra-Safe Tick Remover | Removes Entire Head & Body | Pain-Free Ticks Remover | 100% Chemical-Free Tick Control Products | Pack of 3 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B071FJHC3D/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_tai_-R1RCbM95JE94
I find tick "spoons" to be the best!
http://www.amazon.com/Ticked-Off-Pets-Remover-White/dp/B00008434T
Nice one, thanks. I found an 8 oz. bottle of Permethrin 10% on Amazon for ten bucks.
I have been a big fan of the tick key. I also have a small set of tweezers on my SAK classic (0.8oz). I could totally see myself doing the same as you though. Panic in the moment and just wanting it off of you.
Here's links:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B005Z6UL1M/ref=pd_aw_sim_199_3?ie=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=MT1YQ8NADQ4D3MS6HS0E&dpPl=1&dpID=81jHPRSnSvL
I'm surprisingly lucky with tick incidents, living by Ithaca NY. I've only ever had 1 (last year actually), on my inner thigh. Thankfully the bastard decided that was a good spot and didn't keep climbing up.
I just got back jogging from a state park and I'm thinking how few fucks I'd give about the next tick if I could just get this vaccine. But since I don't have that I always keep this tick remover in my hiking bag. Haven't had to use it yet, yay. Small investment, all of $8, for simple/effective tick removal.
Before you order CAPSTAR which will run you between 10 and 20 dollars a pill- I suggest these. It's cheap, effective against fleas and will last you about half a year. It is safe enough to use every day though I only use mine once a week or so. I also have a pitbull.