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Ticks can transmit dangerous diseases such as Lyme disease, anaplasmosis, or babesiosis. This is why it is essential for dog owners to prioritize their pets’ protection. Since tick treatments vary significantly in their effectiveness, we rely on the principle of “double safety”: Our spray serves as an ideal additional plant-based shield that repels parasites before they attach, thereby minimizing the risk.

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Ticks are not just a nuisance for dogs; they can be highly dangerous. They can transmit a wide range of bacteria, viruses, and protozoa, triggering serious diseases in both pets and humans. Tick-borne illnesses include Lyme disease, anaplasmosis, babesiosis, TBE (tick-borne encephalitis), ehrlichiosis, and hepatozoonosis. Therefore, swift action during an active infestation and thorough prevention in spring are essential to protecting your four-legged friend’s health.

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Natural tick protection - The right precaution for your dog

The right prevention is the most important step in protecting your dog from tick-borne diseases. Using an effective tick repellent is the most reliable way to do so. However, it is important to note that neither chemical nor natural repellents can offer 100% protection. When it comes to the diseases ticks carry, time is of the essence. We therefore strongly recommend checking your four-legged friend’s skin and coat immediately after every outdoor excursion and removing any pests as quickly and cleanly as possible.

Which tick repellent is suitable for your dog?

With the abundance of tick treatments available—from tablets to spot-ons—making the right choice can be difficult. However, many of these preparations only take effect once they are inside the dog’s system. We developed our ANTI-TIQUE SPRAY to bridge this gap: it provides a purely natural, additional external shield.

Our tick protection spray works thanks to a natural active ingredient derived from lemon eucalyptus, whose scent prevents ticks from attaching to their “host.” It is safe for dogs, humans, and the environment. Even if your dog licks the applied product, there is generally no health risk.

Treat tick bites on dogs correctly

If your dog has been bitten by a tick despite precautions, fast action is required: remove the tick as quickly as possible with a suitable tool to avoid transmission of pathogens. Our high-quality stainless steel tick pliers enable easy and reliable removal of trapped ticks, even from sensitive body parts. Afterwards, it is recommended to clean the bite area thoroughly and apply a soothing solution such as our silver spray.

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When to go to the vet?

  • Inflammation of the sting site (redness, warmth, pain).
  • Deterioration of general condition (listlessness, loss of appetite, fever, etc.)
  • Incompletely removed tick

General questions about tick infestation in dogs

When do I need tick protection for my dog?

As soon as temperatures consistently rise above 7°C, ticks become active. Due to increasingly mild winters, this often happens very early in the year. A well-thought-out tick protection strategy is therefore an important topic almost all year round.

What is the best way to protect my dog from ticks?

The safest protection is always a combination of different measures. While effective basic protection (as recommended by your vet) works from within the body, our ANTI-TIQUE SPRAY serves as the ideal additional shield from the outside.

Application: It couldn’t be simpler—just one pump on the chest, hind legs, and back. Feel free to use it on yourself too, so the tick doesn't decide to settle on the owner instead!

Our spray is equally suitable for puppies and humans; it’s purely plant-based and very well tolerated. If your dog is a water lover and enjoys a refreshing swim, we recommend reapplying the spray afterward, as the active ingredients simply wash off in the water.

The ANTI-TIQUE SPRAY is effective for 4–5 hours. After that, it should be reapplied as the active ingredients "vanish into thin air." But don’t worry—our practical 100 ml bottle fits perfectly into any walking bag.

How can I tell if my dog has been bitten by a tick?

Our vet strongly recommends checking the coat after every stay in the countryside. As a rule, the ticks "walk" on the coat for a while until they bite. She also has a little trick for you: simply roll an adhesive lint roller over the coat and be happy when one of the ticks sticks to the adhesive foil.

How do I remove a tick from my dog?

Our vet has written a detailed article (in german) about this : "Tick bite in dogs: How to behave properly." The article summarises how to behave in case of tick bites, how to remove ticks correctly and how to prevent tick bites.

What diseases can dogs get from tick bites?

Ticks are not only a nuisance for dogs, they can also be really dangerous. Unfortunately, ticks can transmit a whole range of bacteria, viruses and protozoa and thus trigger dangerous diseases in the infested animal or in humans. Diseases transmitted by ticks are, for example, borreliosis, anaplasmosis, babesiosis, TBE, ehrlichiosis and hepatozoonosis.

What side effects can occur with tick repellents?

Conventional tick repellents can cause side effects such as skin irritation, itching, hair loss, nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, breathing difficulties and neurological symptoms such as tremors, convulsions and coordination problems. It is important to follow the manufacturer's instructions carefully when using tick repellent and never give your dog more than the recommended amount. Our Anti-Tique Spray is generally very well tolerated and we are not aware of any side effects to date. However, we recommend that you test the tolerance of any product applied to the skin on a small area in advance. If you notice any other side effects, you should contact your vet and discontinue the product if necessary.

Protection against ticks and fleas in comparison

Chewable Tablets for Dogs: With tablets, the dog ingests the active ingredient orally. It is then passed on to the parasite through the blood the tick consumes. Unlike a repellent, these do not deter parasites from the start; the tick must already be feeding on the host for the treatment to take effect.

Spot-on Treatments for Dogs: Spot-ons are among the most commonly used tick preventatives. Application is simple: the solution is applied directly to the dog’s skin and acts toxically on parasites through its active ingredients. Since these usually consist of pharmacological substances, it is crucial to ensure that pets do not lick the product off. Additionally, the dog should not come into contact with water for about three to seven days, as this could wash away the protection.

Tick Sprays for Dogs: This category includes our ANTI-TIQUE SPRAY. As a natural repellent, it is the ideal supplement to your dog’s basic protection. While tablets or spot-ons work inside or on the body, the spray actively keeps ticks at a distance through its scent. It lasts for up to 6 hours and should be applied evenly to the dog’s chest, back, and hind legs. For anxious dogs, you can spray the product onto your hands and rub it into their fur. Due to its mode of action and duration, it should be applied only after car rides or just before heading out for a walk. If your dog comes into contact with water, the spray should be reapplied to the affected areas.

Tick Collars for Dogs: Tick collars typically contain similar ingredients to spot-ons. The dog wears them around the neck, sometimes throughout the entire tick season. Most collars rely on chemical active ingredients, such as neurotoxins.

Combined Flea and Tick Protection: Many tick treatments are effective against both ticks and fleas. Our ANTI-TIQUE SPRAY also provides prevention for both.