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Ticks are external parasites that begin their life by attaching themselves to the skin of various animals and sucking the blood out of them. Apart from dogs, they can also suck the blood of humans and other animals. There are several types of ticks found in Australia. The paralysis tick is a particularly nasty parasite, and it can cause a lot of complications in animals and humans. 6 signs of tick paralysis that you should be aware of: Changes in behaviour The most common way to spot tick paralysis is sudden behavioural changes in the pet. The animal may start limping, seem to be in a lot of pain, become unusually restless or aggressive, and show abnormal tiredness. While some of the changes are normal for animals suffering from tick paralysis, your animal will show other symptoms as well. Muscle weakness While your dog might be in pain, he would move or try to scratch or bite the affected area. However, after a while, the dog will lose both its reflexes and the ability to move its mu...

Several types of ticks breed in Australia, but the paralysis tick is an exception that can threaten the life of your dear pet. The tick season is between August and March, and during this time, the female tick is most active. Here are three easy as well as .important steps that you can take as a pet owner to avoid paralysis tick bites; Prevention: Prevention is better than cure, and this holds for the Paralysis Tick . For pets that had not washed for more than a month, you need to apply Fipronil spray generously over their neck and body. Inspect the head region carefully for signs of ticks. If the fipronil spray is used, it will prevent ticks from attaching to your pet’s fur to a large degree, and your pet can be protected against tick fever . Check often: Tick paralysis in dogs in Sydney is attributed to the carelessness of the owner. Search your pet’s coat every day to see if any ticks are attached during the tick season. It will be of help if your dog’s skin can be clipped during t...