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by jmnicolas 1765 days ago
> Use a repelent

AFAIK permethrin is the only available repellent for ticks but please be aware that it provokes blindness in cats.

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'Deet' is also available as repellent against ticks, although less effective. Permethrin is (also) extremely toxic to fish and aquatic life.