Ticks like humid and warm environments. These include moist and dark surfaces. On your dog, the typical spots where you could find ticks hiding are:
Tail undersides - The undersides of dogs’ tails, close to the base to be specific, are where fecal matter or excess moisture could accumulate, thus making them ideal spots where ticks could hide. This is something to watch out for particularly on breeds that have broad tails or long ear fur. If you see your pet nibbling at his rear end or perhaps scooting along the floor in an attempt to seek relief from irritation or an itch, the behavior could be a reaction to tick bites.
Ears - The insides of your dog’s ears could be harboring ticks since these are moist, warm, and dark areas, making them favorable locations where ticks can hide. Any kind of dog is vulnerable to tick infestation around the ear area, but this is more prevalent with dogs that have long and floppy ears. A dog that harbors ticks in the ears will probably be incessantly scratching his head or shaking his ears in an attempt to get rid of the parasite.
Work with your veterinarians Temecula CA in creating a tick preventive program that will give year-round protection for your pet.
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