They also stated that Lyme disease affects both dogs and cats. According to IDOH ... leave the area alone and let the skin heal. After removing the tick, thoroughly clean the bite area and your hands ...

Dog ticks are reddish-brown and ... leave it alone and let the skin heal. After removing the tick, thoroughly clean the bite area and your hands with rubbing alcohol or soap and water.

Bathing your dog offers several benefits ... as well as aloe vera to soothe and heal itchy and irritated skin. Also, the shampoo does not remove topical flea and tick treatments.