Use finepoint tweezers to grasp the tick at the place of attachment, as close to the skin as possible. Do not squeeze tick body . Gently pull the tick straight out.
Place tick in re-sealable plastic bag with a water moistened cotton ball or paper towel and seal.
Do not drown the tick. Be sure the bag is well sealed . Refrigerate tick if not mailing immediately. Wash your hands and the bite site with warm soapy water. Disinfect the tweezers.