The 60-Second "Tick Sweep" After Sunny Lake Park Walks

A walk around Sunny Lake Park is a great way to help your dog stay active, but wooded edges, tall grass, and brushy areas can also increase the chance of tick exposure. A simple 60-second tick sweep after each walk can help you catch ticks before they attach for long. Run your hands slowly over your dog’s body, feeling for small bumps around the ears, neck, legs, paws, tail, and under the collar. For a faster routine, focus on these common hiding spots:

•          Inside and around the ears

•          Between the toes and paw pads

•          Under the collar, belly, armpits, and tail area

If you find a tick, remove it carefully with fine-tipped tweezers and avoid squeezing the body of the tick. Keep an eye on your dog for changes like tiredness, limping, loss of appetite, skin irritation, or unusual behavior after a Sunny Lake Park walk. Regular tick prevention is one of the best ways to protect your pet, especially during warmer months when outdoor activity increases.

For personalized tick prevention, safe removal guidance, or a wellness visit, contact Animal Care Center of Aurora. Visit our facility in Aurora, Colorado, or call us at (303) 693-6640 today.