We've been in tick country and diligently check the dogs several times a day. Last night I bathed both dogs and did the tick check. None. Today was a driving day and at one point DH had Butterscot...
Just a reminder that using peroxide isn't the best idea. It actually kills good skin cells which inhibits healing. We always have bacitracin or Neosporin on hand. Don't be alarmed if there's a scab or small lump in the area, either. Even when the head gets completely removed there's sometimes a lump.