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What if the tick is hidden beneath a collar?

Remove or loosen the collar carefully, separate fur and inspect the surrounding skin before attempting controlled removal.

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Short answer

Remove or loosen the collar carefully, separate fur and inspect the surrounding skin before attempting controlled removal.

At a glance

Remove or loosen the collar carefully, separate fur and inspect the surrounding skin before attempting controlled removal. Stop and reassess when control or visibility is poor.

Key takeaways

• Remove or loosen the collar carefully, separate fur and inspect the surrounding skin before attempting controlled removal.

• 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

Remove or loosen the collar carefully, separate fur and inspect the surrounding skin before attempting controlled removal.

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.