The tick species we have mentioned are well adapted to life in the kennel and around homes and garages. The same methods and products recommended for control of fleas and mites can be used for tick control. Ticks climb to the top of grassy vegetation and wait for a host to brush against the vegetation which allows the tick to attach. Keeping the vegetation in the area around animal quarters mowed short makes it less attractive to ticks. This is caused by a toxic secretion produced by the tick while feeding.
Recovery is rapid when the tick is removed.
Ticks should be removed by grasping the tick as near the skin as possible with a forceps, and pulling with a firm, even pull. Swabbing with rubbing alcohol may cause the tick to detach. The bite area should be disinfected. Flies Stable and house flies may be pests around pets kept outdoors. Stable flies are blood-sucking and are attracted to the ears of dogs.