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What if a tick is found during livestock transport?

Prioritise safe animal handling, record origin and journey and involve the vet or official surveillance route for an unusual tick.

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Short answer

Prioritise safe animal handling, record origin and journey and involve the vet or official surveillance route for an unusual tick.

At a glance

Prioritise safe animal handling, record origin and journey and involve the vet or official surveillance route for an unusual tick. Stop and reassess when control or visibility is poor.

Key takeaways

• Prioritise safe animal handling, record origin and journey and involve the vet or official surveillance route for an unusual tick.

• Stop and reassess when control or visibility is poor.

• 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

Prioritise safe animal handling, record origin and journey and involve the vet or official surveillance route for an unusual tick.

Use it in context

Stop and reassess when control or visibility is poor.

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.