Charlie may as well be feral!
Poor sod came in from the garden and brought along a creepy friend.
I was stroking him around his neck when suddenly I felt a bump. I parted his fur and found a sight I hope never to across ever again - a little beastie!
Indeed it was a tick and being the sort of person who can't stand insects I nearly fell of the bed in fright!
But I soon learned it would be removing the tick which was going to be the hardest part.
Luckily I found a handy little video on the internet!
First, I found some point tweezers. Next you have to grab hold of the tick's head as close to the skin as you can.
Then you have to pull firmly making sure not to squeeze the tick, or you could leave its head inside! Eurgh!
Don't be surprised - you have to give it a good yank, I thought it would never come out! After removing the tick, flush it down the toilet.
Unfortunately, cats will pick up fleas, mites and ticks, so be sure to check your pet's fur regularly.
Surprisingly, Charlie was well behaved throughout the whole ordeal, apart from the occasional clawing attempt and hiss! Hope this helps!
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