Ticks can be harmful to dogs and their owners, so it is important to remove them as soon as possible. There are several methods to kill ticks on dogs instantly, including:

• Submerging in original Listerine or rubbing alcohol: This will kill the tick instantly, but it will stay attached to your dogs skin unless you remove it with tweezers.

• Oral medications: These medications work monthly to kill ticks and fleas without exposure to the medication via the dogs skin. Examples include Bravecto, NexGard, Credelio, and Simparica Trio.

• Tick shampoos: These shampoos instantly kill any ticks present on your dog for up to two weeks.

• Tick dips: These stay on the skin and fur, but this method is not advisable for dogs under four months old, pregnant dogs, or nursing dogs.

• Tick collars: These protect the head and neck of your pet, but they will not necessarily prevent ticks on the body.

• Tick powders and sprays: These are made for dogs that kill ticks instantly and last for up to one week.

It is important to keep in mind that many home remedies do not work, and some remedies may even be harmful or dangerous to your dog or other pets. For example, some natural remedies may be safe for your dog but prove toxic to your cats. The following home remedies are not recommended for use to kill a tick on your dog:

• Nail polish
• Dish soap
• Essential oils

Always make sure any product or chemical you use on your dog is vet-approved and safe. Additionally, prevention of fleas and ticks is much safer and simpler than treatment of possible issues once your dog has been infected. There are many options on the market that work to prevent flea and tick infestation, though none are 100% effective, which means routine checks and preventative measures are necessary.