What should I do if a creepy crawler gets on a dog?
Recently, as the temperature rises, the problem of pet parasites has become one of the hot topics. Among them, the situation of "grass crawlers" (ticks) burrowing into the skin of dogs has attracted widespread attention. This article will combine the hot discussions across the Internet in the past 10 days, provide structured solutions, and attach relevant data for reference.
1. What is a grass crawler?
Grass crawlers are common names for ticks, which are external parasites that often lurk in grass and shrubs and survive by absorbing the blood of animals. The following is the tick-related data that netizens have recently paid attention to:
| keywords | Search volume (last 10 days) | Popular areas |
|---|---|---|
| dog ticks | 12,500 times | Guangdong, Jiangsu, Sichuan |
| Tick removal methods | 8,700 times | Beijing, Shanghai, Zhejiang |
| Tick infectious diseases | 6,300 times | Hubei, Hunan, Henan |
2. Emergency steps
If you find that a tick has burrowed into your dog’s skin, you need to follow the following steps:
| steps | Operating Instructions | Things to note |
|---|---|---|
| 1. Observe calmly | Soothe the dog and identify the tick's location | Avoid pulling or crushing the insect directly |
| 2. Tool disinfection | Use tweezers or special tick-extracting forceps and disinfect with alcohol | Do not use lighters to burn or apply nail polish |
| 3. Pull out vertically | Clamp the tick's head and slowly apply vertical force upwards | Make sure the mouthparts are not left in the skin |
| 4. Wound treatment | Disinfect with iodophor and observe for redness and swelling | If fever occurs, seek medical attention immediately |
3. Comparison of preventive measures
According to the recommendations of pet doctors, the following is a comparison of the effects of three mainstream prevention methods:
| method | effectiveness | duration | price range |
|---|---|---|---|
| Insect repellent drops | 90%-95% | 1 month | 50-120 yuan |
| Insect repellent collar | 80%-85% | 3-8 months | 80-200 yuan |
| Oral anthelmintics | 95%-98% | 1-3 months | 30-150 yuan/capsule |
4. Recent hot cases
1.Hangzhou, Zhejiang: A golden retriever was infected with Babesia due to a tick bite and recovered after treatment with blood transfusion, triggering discussion on tick-borne diseases.
2.Chengdu, Sichuan: The video of a pet blogger demonstrating "Incorrect method of removing ticks leads to infection" received 2 million views, reminding the importance of correct operation.
3.Shenzhen, Guangdong: Tick activity increased by 30% after heavy rains, and the number of consultations at veterinary stations increased by 45% year-on-year.
5. Professional advice
1. Regularly check hidden areas such as behind the dog’s ears and armpits;
2. Avoid staying in the grass for a long time in the early morning/dusk;
3. Removing ticks within 24 hours of discovery can reduce the risk of disease;
4. After being bitten, save the insect body and send it for examination (the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention in many places have recently provided free testing services).
With the above structured approach, pet owners can effectively deal with tick problems. If the situation is complicated, it is recommended to contact a professional veterinarian immediately.
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