Definitely get them off now! The longer they are on the more chance there is of them spreading Lyme's or Erlichia diseases. The chances are greatly reduced if you can get them off within the first 2-8 hours. Make sure you grasp the head of the tick, not the body, as you can squeeze the deadly bacteria into the dog. After you can apply antibacterial ointment on the wound, this will help healing. Good luck! |