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How do you remove a tick without leaving its head stuck in the snake? Will putting a little rubbing alcohol on the tick make it let go? np
SnakeFreak
Jun 30, 2003 08:56 AM
Replies (3)
fredhammes
Jun 30, 2003 10:34 AM
Yes, it will. Or you can try GENTLY touching the body of the tick with a heated pin. ( I prefer the alcohol on a Q-Tip method myself) As soon as it moves, grab it off with a pair of tweezers.
Good luck,
GratefulFred
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GratefulFred
linda102565
Jun 30, 2003 01:11 PM
Thanks for the advice Fred... I had that lil prob myself with my BP, before I realized it, he had 3 on him... Just pulled them off with a pair of tweezers, but if it happens again, will try the alcohol method...
Thanks!!!
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Linda & Paul
meretseger
Jun 30, 2003 02:12 PM
I've used olive oil. (it was on my dog. yuck.)
