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Ticks are spider-like small parasites that suck blood from other animals. They have eight legs, with an egg-shaped body that will become larger and darker when filled with blood. Ticks are not like fleas as they do not f…

As a society, we are becoming more and more conscious about how our actions affect the environment. With farming practices and manufacturing processes already under scrutiny for their use of chemicals, there has been a s…

Ticks are a common parasite that can cause problems in cats and dogs. There are species of tick in the UK which affect all dogs, these include those that are carried by dogs, deer, sheep, and hedgehogs. The most common t…

Ticks are nasty little things. And depending on whereabouts in the UK you are from, they can be very prevalent in some areas. For some dog owners, every walk may result in one of these unfortunate visitors requiring remo…

This week is tick bite prevention week in the UK, a week dedicated to highlighting the diseases that can be transmitted by ticks. Although much of this week focuses around human healthcare, it is important to point out t…

Dogs have long been associated with sticks and bones. Who doesn’t feel a bout of joy when looking at a smiley dog running and enjoying their new-found treasure? I certainly do! However, stick-chewing, like many good thin…