This 'brilliant' $10 gadget helps remove ticks — it works for both people and pets
Tick season is here — and with warm temperatures forecast across Canada, it's important to be cautious of the creepy, crawly critters, especially with the risk of Lyme disease. Whether you're going camping, for a hike or on a quick walk, it's crucial to be aware of your surroundings. It's no joke — the persistent insects are supposedly "fitter, better, faster [and] stronger" than they've been in past years.
Removing a tick can be difficult without the proper tool, which is why it's essential to be prepared. This Tick Twister Tick Remover Set from Amazon Canada can help remove the bugs from both human and animal skin, making it a great buy for pets and owners alike. At just $10, this tool is a small price to pay for peace of mind this summer.
This tick remover set comes with one small and one large tool.
Sure, you can try removing ticks with tweezers and household tools, but there's risk involved. With this Tick Twister set, you'll feel reassured that the tick will be withdrawn without excess squeezing, reducing the risk of infection.
Additionally, it will not leave the tick's mouth parts in the skin; instead, it will remove the tick as a whole within seconds (and without pain). Simply hook it, lift the tool lightly and turn it for about two or three rotations.
It's the safest and easiest way to remove the insect without chemicals or dangerous methods. The set comes with a small and large tool that you can attach to a key ring, so you can always keep them on hand.
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Shoppers have given this tick remover tool a fairly high rating, with many claiming it's "easy to use."
One person said it's "handy to have" and that it's nice to have "two sizes to choose from." "The whole tick came out in seconds," they added.
Another reviewer said these "work perfectly" at getting ticks out and "without pulling their heads off."
However, a third customer said, "Small is too small," and they wished there was one even bigger than the large size.
Someone who was initially skeptical of the product confirmed this is a "must-buy" item for pets. Thanks to this tool, there was "no mess" and "no stress."
With tick season here, it's important to practice safe removal methods. Whether you or your pets get tick bites often or not, this tool is definitely a good one to keep in your emergency kit — trust me, you'll thank yourself later.
Shoppers say it's "easy to use" and call the process "quick and painless." However, some say they're "smaller than expected" and wish there were an even bigger size.
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