Ticks are probably one the most common problems that everyone has to deal with when owning various types of animals; having a horse is not an exception. These pests are not only irritating and disgusting, but are also the main cause of potentially fatal diseases. With this in mind, regularly checking your horse for ticks becomes essential. For this, take a look at these tips on how to deal with pesky ticks.

First off, start locating the parasites by gently rubbing your hands throughout your horse’s body; try to check for any unusual bumps on the coat. Second, you can then start removing them one by one using a pair of tweezers. If you are having a hard time on this, you can use a cloth dampened with baby oil or rubbing alcohol to suffocate the ticks, thereby making detaching a lot easier. Furthermore, after removing them, see to it that they are killed. Take note, ticks are hard to kill and they usually attack the same target even after being removed. Finally, always bear in mind that these insects usually come from heavily wooded areas. Therefore, make sure your horse avoid these places as much as possible.