Ticks can be manually removed using small forceps or tweezers. If there are ticks near the mouth, nostrils, or any other sensitive areas, have a veterinarian remove the parasites for you.

1. Grab the tick by the mouthpart right where it is entering the skin. Do not grab the tick by the body or head since it may break off and the mouthpart may remain lodged in the skin.

2. Without jerking, pull firmly and steadily in an outward, extracting motion. Do not twist the tick while pulling.

3. After removing the tick, place it is a jar of alcohol to kill the tick. Flushing ticks down the toilet do not kill them.

4. After removing all the ticks, wash your hands thoroughly.
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