Natural tick repellent
The earlier a tick is detected, the better it can be prevented that the tick transmits infections. It is even better if the tick does not bite in the first place. With the natural products of cdVet you can support the natural tick defense of the horse. Thus, the ride through the forest continues to be the most beautiful experience.
Ticks can transmit a variety of diseases to horses, including Lyme disease, anaplasmosis and babesiosis. To prevent these diseases, horses should be checked regularly for ticks. Using tick repellents, avoiding heavily tick-infested areas and getting vaccinations when available can also help minimize the risk of tick-borne diseases.
Horses are generally most susceptible to ticks in spring, summer and fall when temperatures are milder and tick activity increases. The risk of tick infestation increases particularly in the warmer months when horses spend more time outdoors. It is important to check horses regularly for ticks and take appropriate preventative measures, such as using tick repellents, to minimize the risk of disease.
If a horse has a tick infestation, do not remove the tick with your fingers or without suitable tools, as this can increase the risk of infection. Avoid applying oil, glue or other substances to the tick, as this can cause the tick to release additional secretions and increase the risk of disease transmission. It is also not recommended to remove the tick by force, as the head can get stuck.
If horses have a tick problem, it is advisable to remove the ticks as quickly as possible. To do this, use tick pliers or tweezers and grasp the tick as close to the skin as possible. You should then thoroughly disinfect the affected area and seek professional help if there are any signs of infection. In general, horses with metabolic disorders are more susceptible to parasites, so this should be brought back into balance.
A tick bite in horses can be potentially dangerous because ticks can transmit diseases such as Lyme disease and anaplasmosis. These diseases can lead to fever, lameness and other health problems. It is therefore important to protect horses with suitable products (e.g. ZeckEx SpotOn/ZeckEx Spray) and to check them regularly for ticks so that professional help can be sought immediately if an infection is suspected.
