{"title":"O'TOM Tick Twister","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"tick-twister-tick-remover-3-per-pack-for-dogs","title":"O'TOM Tick Twister - Tick Remover - 3 Per Pack (For Dogs)","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e\n        \/* Scope everything to this container ONLY *\/\n        .collapsible-sections details {\n            margin-bottom: 10px;\n            border: 1px solid #ccc;\n            border-radius: 5px;\n            overflow: hidden;\n        }\n\n        .collapsible-sections summary {\n            font-weight: bold;\n            cursor: pointer;\n            list-style: none;\n            display: flex;\n            align-items: center;\n            padding: 10px;\n            background-color: #f2f2f2;\n        }\n\n        .collapsible-sections summary::before {\n            content: \"+\";\n            font-size: 18px;\n            margin-right: 8px;\n        }\n\n        .collapsible-sections details[open] summary::before {\n            content: \"−\";\n        }\n\n        .collapsible-sections summary::-webkit-details-marker {\n            display: none;\n        }\n\n        .collapsible-sections .content {\n            padding: 10px;\n            background-color: #ffffff;\n        }\n    \u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"collapsible-sections\"\u003e\n\u003cdetails open=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eDescription\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"content\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003eWhen faced with a latched parasite, the instinctual human reaction is to grab a pair of household tweezers and pull straight up. From a parasitological standpoint, this is the worst action you can take. Pulling straight up causes the tick's backward-pointing anchoring spikes (the rostrum) to lock in deeper, almost guaranteeing that the mouthparts shear off and remain embedded in the subdermal tissue to rot and cause secondary infections. Furthermore, straight tweezers compress the tick's abdomen, acting like a syringe that forces potentially infectious fluids (carrying Lyme disease, Anaplasmosis, or Babesiosis) directly back into the host's bloodstream.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003eThe \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9\" data-index-in-node=\"4\"\u003eO'TOM Tick Twister\u003c\/b\u003e completely bypasses these biomechanical risks through a clever engineering shift: \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9\" data-index-in-node=\"105\"\u003erotational leverage\u003c\/b\u003e. The hook slide-cradles the tick's body from the side without exerting any downward or lateral pressure on the abdomen. When you twist the ergonomic handle, the backward spikes fold neatly along the axis of rotation, allowing the tick to release its grip completely intact. The 2026 triple-pack is highly technical, expanding beyond the classic two-hook setup to include a \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9\" data-index-in-node=\"498\"\u003eMicro hook, a Small hook, and a Large hook\u003c\/b\u003e. This ensures mechanical compatibility with every stage of the tick lifecycle—from almost microscopic larvae and poppy-seed-sized nymphs up to fully engorged adult dog ticks. Made from high-density, medical-grade polymer, these hooks are infinitely reusable, entirely chemical-free, and cause zero pain to your pet during extraction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003eIt’s simple. It’s clinical. \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10\" data-index-in-node=\"28\"\u003eParasite extraction, perfected.\u003c\/b\u003e No squeezing. \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10\" data-index-in-node=\"74\"\u003eTwist, lift, and clear.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"content\"\u003e\n\u003ctable data-path-to-node=\"16\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Spec\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCurrent Detail\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePet-Parent Value\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"16,1,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,1,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eMaterial Matrix\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"16,1,1,0\"\u003eUnbreakable Polycarbonate\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"16,1,2,0\"\u003eIndefinitely reusable; won't snap under field pressure.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"16,2,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,2,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTarget Audience\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"16,2,1,0\"\u003eMulti-Species \u0026amp; Humans\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"16,2,2,0\"\u003eOne pocket tool protects dogs, cats, horses, and family hikers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"16,3,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,3,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eAverage Pricing\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"16,3,1,0\"\u003e~$4.95 - $9.99 CAD\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"16,3,2,0\"\u003eInexpensive, high-utility addition to emergency kits.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails open=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eDirection for Use\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"content\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-block mt-5 first:mt-0 product-block-tabs flex flex-col items-start gap-5\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-tabs__content\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"tabpanel_2\" role=\"tabpanel\" aria-labelledby=\"tab_2\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRemoving ticks with the O'TOM \/ TICK TWISTER® it as easy as child’s play.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe O'TOM \/ TICK TWISTER® is the best way to remove ticks completely, painlessly and safely.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/petscienceca-1.azureedge.net\/img\/product\/description\/tick%20removal.jpg?fv=AE98E90DE9AAAC21650B285E10654BFE\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails open=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eBenefits\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"content\"\u003e\n\u003ctable data-path-to-node=\"13\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTechnical Spec\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBenefit\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"13,1,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"13,1,0,0\"\u003eZero-Compression Cradle\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"13,1,1,0\"\u003eWon't squeeze the stomach; drastically drops the risk of disease transmission.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"13,2,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"13,2,0,0\"\u003ePatented Twisting Action\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"13,2,1,0\"\u003eExtracts the rostrum fully; prevents painful, infected head-retention sites.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"13,3,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"13,3,0,0\"\u003e3-Size Scale (Micro\/Sm\/Lg)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"13,3,1,0\"\u003eSafely matches the tick's life stage, from tiny nymph to engorged adult.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"13,4,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"13,4,0,0\"\u003e100% Chemical-Free Design\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"13,4,1,0\"\u003eEliminates the need for risky, unproven tricks like alcohol, ether, or matches.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails open=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003ePro-Tip\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"content\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"19\"\u003eThe \"Tape-Trap\" Disposal: Once you twist a tick free, it is still alive and looking to re-latch. Do not try to squash it with your fingernails, as this can release pathogens. Instead, keep a small strip of duct tape or packing tape inside your first-aid kit. Press the live tick directly onto the sticky side, fold the tape over to seal it completely, and toss it in the bin—or save the tape sample in a baggie if you need to bring it to a clinic for Lyme testing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails open=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eFrequent Asked Questions\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"content\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"22\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"22\"\u003eHow does the Tick Twister work compared to standard tweezers?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"22\"\u003eTweezers squeeze the tick's abdomen, which can force dangerous fluids into your pet. The Tick Twister cradles the tick safely from the side and removes it with a gentle twisting motion that releases its grip without squeezing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"23\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"23\"\u003eDoes the Tick Twister leave the head inside the skin?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"23\"\u003eNo. By twisting rather than pulling straight up, the tick's microscopic anchoring spikes fold down, allowing the entire mouthparts to slide out cleanly without breaking off.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"24\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"24\"\u003eCan I use the O'TOM Tick Twister on humans?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"24\"\u003eAbsolutely. This tool is completely universal and medical-grade, making it perfectly safe and highly effective for removing ticks from pets, livestock, and family members alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails open=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat Pet Parents Are Saying About This Product\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"content\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003eO'TOM Tick Twister 3-Pack has become a non-negotiable addition to first-aid kits across Ontario, Quebec, and BC. With tick populations surging into northern regions this year, pet parents and hikers praise this tool as a \"Big Win\" for smoothly lifting stubborn wood and deer ticks without triggering local skin infections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003eThe \"Micro-Loss\" hazard. The newly added micro-hook is absolute magic for scooping up tiny, clear nymph ticks. However, because it is roughly the size of a fingernail clipping, dropping it into tall grass or a dark backpack pocket means it is likely gone forever. Keep them locked in their blister pack or a dedicated clip-box.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 128, 0);\"\u003e\u003ca style=\"color: rgb(255, 128, 0);\" title=\"See All Items by Buddy Care \u0026gt;\" href=\"https:\/\/armorthepooch.ca\/collections\/buddy-care\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, system-ui, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif;\" face=\"-apple-system, system-ui, San Francisco, Segoe UI, Roboto, Helvetica Neue, sans-serif\" color=\"#ff8000\"\u003eSee All Items by O'TOM Tick Twister \u0026gt;\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Can-Pet","offers":[{"title":"3 Per Pack","offer_id":43318472540195,"sku":"388-00053","price":7.59,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0054\/7320\/6307\/files\/O_TOMTickTwister-TickRemover-3PerPack_ForDogs.jpg?v=1783141742"}],"url":"https:\/\/armorthepooch.ca\/collections\/otom-tick-twister\/healthcare-categories_tick-treatment.oembed","provider":"ARMOR THE POOCH","version":"1.0","type":"link"}