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Image of a tick in German Shepherd fur: what does it show?

This photograph shows a tick among the coat hairs of a German Shepherd dog.

Reviewed by VuxLore® Knowledge Team For Dog owners

Image of a tick in German Shepherd fur: what does it show?

Short answer

This photograph shows a tick among the coat hairs of a German Shepherd dog.

At a glance

A rights-cleared example showing why ticks can be difficult to find in a dense dog coat.

Key takeaways

• Part dense fur methodically during checks

• Feel for small bumps as well as looking

• A photograph cannot identify every tick species

What does this dog-tick image show?

This photograph shows a tick within the dense coat of a German Shepherd dog. Dark, long or thick fur can make small ticks difficult to see.

How should a dog be checked?

Use good light and part the coat in small sections. Check around the ears, face, neck, armpits, groin, between toes and beneath collars or harnesses. Feel for unfamiliar bumps.

What if you find one?

Remove it promptly with a suitable method or obtain veterinary help if the location or animal makes removal difficult. Contact a veterinary professional if the dog becomes unwell or the site deteriorates.

Sources and further reading

US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention: Preventing Ticks on Pets