Ticks are a skin parasite and if you find a tick on your dog, do not remove it directly by hand. There are many topical tick repellents on the market that are very effective for tick infections and can be purchased and used. Effective repellents basically kill the ticks within a day or two of use. However, ticks can transmit many blood parasites and it is important to monitor your dog’s condition after deworming is complete, if he is depressed and unmotivated he should be taken to hospital promptly.
