Why you should never wear your pet's flea and tick collar
In short: It might seem like an easy way to avoid parasites while hiking, but wearing a pet's flea or tick collar is dangerous for humans.
While these collars are designed to protect animals from tiny parasites, they are not formulated for human skin. Using them on yourself could lead to harmful consequences.
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