Do ticks hurt dogs?

How do ticks hurt my pet? ... But they can carry some diseases that can make our pets sick. Ticks can carry the bacteria that cause Lyme disease or Ehrlichia diseases in their saliva. The tick must be attached (biting) and feeding for a minimum of 24 hours before these diseases are transmitted to your pet. read more

Ticks are mainly a nuisance to our pets, but they can occasionally cause some problems. Because cats are such frequent groomers, we rarely see problems with ticks on cats (similar to fleas). It is more common to find ticks on dogs, but cats can get ticks, too. read more

Ticks attach to your dog by inserting their mouthparts into your dog’s skin. Many ticks also produce a sticky, gluelike substance that helps them to remain attached. read more