{"product_id":"smidge-quick-untick-hook-tick-remover","title":"Smidge Quick Untick Hook – Tick Remover","description":"\u003c!-- x-tinymce\/html --\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"89\" data-end=\"256\"\u003eThe Smidge Quick Untick Hook is a \u003cstrong data-start=\"123\" data-end=\"175\"\u003esimple, effective tool for safely removing ticks\u003c\/strong\u003e from skin or clothing—essential for hiking, camping and outdoor use in Scotland.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"258\" data-end=\"428\"\u003eDesigned to remove ticks \u003cstrong data-start=\"283\" data-end=\"313\"\u003ewithout squeezing the body\u003c\/strong\u003e, it helps reduce the risk of transmitting infections such as Lyme disease.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"430\" data-end=\"433\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"5ptua8\" data-start=\"435\" data-end=\"452\"\u003e✅ Key Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"454\" data-end=\"1025\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"wgv5ag\" data-start=\"454\" data-end=\"543\"\u003e✔ Removes ticks safely without compressing them\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1p8cs68\" data-start=\"544\" data-end=\"638\"\u003e✔ Helps reduce risk of infection (e.g. Lyme disease)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1yq2jzs\" data-start=\"639\" data-end=\"743\"\u003e✔ Includes \u003cstrong data-start=\"652\" data-end=\"668\"\u003e2 hook sizes\u003c\/strong\u003e (small + large) for all tick sizes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1v9wgdh\" data-start=\"744\" data-end=\"825\"\u003e✔ Quick “twist and lift” removal method\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"29aemf\" data-start=\"826\" data-end=\"894\"\u003e✔ Works on humans and pets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1fbwyur\" data-start=\"895\" data-end=\"978\"\u003e✔ Ultra lightweight (~7g) – easy to carry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1lndi5h\" data-start=\"979\" data-end=\"1025\"\u003e✔ Ideal for first aid kits \u0026amp; outdoor packs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1027\" data-end=\"1030\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1jw7irf\" data-start=\"1032\" data-end=\"1047\"\u003e🥾 Ideal For\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1049\" data-end=\"1194\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1pu00f6\" data-start=\"1049\" data-end=\"1074\"\u003eThe West Highland Way\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1bqvmhy\" data-start=\"1075\" data-end=\"1112\"\u003eHiking \u0026amp; wild camping in Scotland\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"cm5cpl\" data-start=\"1113\" data-end=\"1141\"\u003eBushcraft \u0026amp; outdoor work\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1jhj44n\" data-start=\"1142\" data-end=\"1168\"\u003eDog walking \u0026amp; pet care\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"2y0jhf\" data-start=\"1169\" data-end=\"1194\"\u003eTravel first aid kits\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1196\" data-end=\"1199\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"gbyqq5\" data-start=\"1201\" data-end=\"1243\"\u003e🏔️ Essential for the West Highland Way\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1245\" data-end=\"1351\"\u003eTicks are a \u003cstrong data-start=\"1257\" data-end=\"1283\"\u003ereal issue in Scotland\u003c\/strong\u003e, especially in grassy and wooded areas along the West Highland Way.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1353\" data-end=\"1408\"\u003eThis is one of those items people forget—but shouldn’t.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1410\" data-end=\"1423\"\u003eIt helps you:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1424\" data-end=\"1581\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"gj5exj\" data-start=\"1424\" data-end=\"1459\"\u003eRemove ticks quickly and safely\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"rwjzzi\" data-start=\"1460\" data-end=\"1519\"\u003eAvoid improper removal (which increases infection risk)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1s1klpq\" data-start=\"1520\" data-end=\"1581\"\u003eStay confident when walking through long grass or bracken\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1583\" data-end=\"1708\"\u003e📍 With \u003cstrong data-start=\"1591\" data-end=\"1652\"\u003eWest End Outdoors just a mile from the start in Milngavie\u003c\/strong\u003e, it’s an easy last-minute essential before you set off.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1710\" data-end=\"1713\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1m6vsyo\" data-start=\"1715\" data-end=\"1755\"\u003e⚡ Why Use a Tick Hook (Not Tweezers)?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1757\" data-end=\"1787\"\u003eUsing tweezers or fingers can:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1788\" data-end=\"1850\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"16d3a0m\" data-start=\"1788\" data-end=\"1815\"\u003eSqueeze the tick’s body\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"afkx5w\" data-start=\"1816\" data-end=\"1850\"\u003eIncrease the risk of infection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1852\" data-end=\"1862\"\u003eThis tool:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1863\" data-end=\"1961\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"cxxg6g\" data-start=\"1863\" data-end=\"1888\"\u003eSlides under the tick\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"426qn2\" data-start=\"1889\" data-end=\"1924\"\u003eRemoves it cleanly with a twist\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1j4gv1v\" data-start=\"1925\" data-end=\"1961\"\u003eAvoids leaving mouthparts behind\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1963\" data-end=\"2015\"\u003e👉 This is considered the \u003cstrong data-start=\"1989\" data-end=\"2014\"\u003esafest removal method\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2017\" data-end=\"2020\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"13964uv\" data-start=\"2022\" data-end=\"2038\"\u003e🔧 How to Use\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003col data-start=\"2040\" data-end=\"2169\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"fszhuu\" data-start=\"2040\" data-end=\"2073\"\u003eChoose the correct hook size\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"y7bpzk\" data-start=\"2074\" data-end=\"2108\"\u003eSlide the hook under the tick\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1ga7fd8\" data-start=\"2109\" data-end=\"2136\"\u003eGently twist 2–3 times\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"axlxqx\" data-start=\"2137\" data-end=\"2169\"\u003eLift once the tick releases\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2171\" data-end=\"2216\"\u003e👉 Do NOT pull straight up — twisting is key.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2218\" data-end=\"2221\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1rbedo7\" data-start=\"2223\" data-end=\"2244\"\u003e📦 Product Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2246\" data-end=\"2466\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"32q4ju\" data-start=\"2246\" data-end=\"2321\"\u003eIncludes: 2 hooks (small + large)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"15u07kx\" data-start=\"2322\" data-end=\"2375\"\u003eWeight: ~7g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1yu7rhw\" data-start=\"2376\" data-end=\"2438\"\u003eUse: Humans \u0026amp; pets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1441495\" data-start=\"2439\" data-end=\"2466\"\u003eType: Tick removal tool\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2468\" data-end=\"2471\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1wtahyr\" data-start=\"2473\" data-end=\"2482\"\u003e❓ FAQs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2484\" data-end=\"2610\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2484\" data-end=\"2520\"\u003eDo I really need a tick remover?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2520\" data-end=\"2523\"\u003e If you’re hiking in Scotland—yes. Proper removal is important to reduce infection risk.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2612\" data-end=\"2719\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2612\" data-end=\"2643\"\u003eIs it better than tweezers?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2643\" data-end=\"2646\"\u003e Yes. 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