i put the bug and tick medicine on my sammy every month but we are going to have alot of mesquito's this year from all the rain we have had. i hate the thought of him being pestered by them buzzing around and landing on him when he is outside. do you think it would hurt his skin or make him sick if i would rub a softer sheet on him before he goes out too play. some people in my area swear by it for keeping them away on us humans. any replies will be greatly appriciated.