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How should braided hair be checked for ticks?

Inspect the scalp lines, roots, nape and behind ears with touch and good light, undoing sections only when necessary and consented.

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Short answer

Inspect the scalp lines, roots, nape and behind ears with touch and good light, undoing sections only when necessary and consented.

At a glance

Inspect the scalp lines, roots, nape and behind ears with touch and good light, undoing sections only when necessary and consented. Use privacy, good light and a repeatable sequence.

Key takeaways

• Inspect the scalp lines, roots, nape and behind ears with touch and good light, undoing sections only when necessary and consented.

• Use privacy, good light and a repeatable sequence.

• Apply this information with current official guidance and the actual circumstances; use qualified medical or veterinary help when removal, symptoms or safety are concerning.

Direct answer

Inspect the scalp lines, roots, nape and behind ears with touch and good light, undoing sections only when necessary and consented.

Use it in context

Use privacy, good light and a repeatable sequence.

Practical next step

Apply this information with current official guidance and the actual circumstances; use qualified medical or veterinary help when removal, symptoms or safety are concerning.