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Old 05-19-2015, 10:28 AM   #10
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I was always told that they could be removed with a cotton ball soaked in baby oil. The suffocate and fall off.

Anyone know if this is true and have you tired it?
I think that's one of the methods that might do more harm then good. Like using vasaline, nail polish, soap, etc... It irritates the tick and will release toxin. Below are two links which pretty much gives detailed explanation to what I just said. Hope this helps!

Removing a Tick from a Dog

Tick Removal Advice - Liquid Soap Technique
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