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The most important tick-borne diseases that affect dogs are Lyme disease, Ehrlichiosis, Anaplasmosis, Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever, Babesiosis, Bartonellosis, and Hepatozoonosis. All can...
Tick-borne diseases in dogs happen when an infected tick attaches itself to your dog, feeds on his blood, and then transmits the infection to your dog’s body. And it’s not just ticks—mosquitoes, fleas, sand flies, and black flies transmit over a dozen infections, known as vector-borne diseases.
Tick-borne diseases in dogs are a group of infections transmitted by ticks. In this article, Dr. Brittany Kleszynski explains the causes, symptoms, and treatment for tick-borne disease in dogs.
Lyme disease, also known as Lyme borreliosis, is a bacterial illness that can be transmitted to humans, dogs, and other animals by certain species of ticks. It is caused by the spiral-shaped...
Thousands of dogs are infected annually with dangerous tick-transmitted diseases. Learn more about common ticks and tick-borne diseases, and how you can protect your dog.
Anaplasmosis is a tick-borne disease that can cause bruising, lameness, and even uncontrolled bleeding in your pet. Here's how to spot and treat it.
Here’s what a vet wants pet parents to know about the most common dog tick diseases and their symptoms. Plus, how to protect your pup and prevent tick-borne illnesses.
Lyme disease is the most commonly known tick-borne disease in dogs. According to the CDC, it is also the most commonly reported vector-borne disease (disease transmitted through the blood) in the U.S. Check out the 2023 Lyme disease forecast chart for the U.S. and Canada.
As they feed, ticks can transmit a large number of diseases, including Rocky Mountain spotted fever, ehrlichiosis, Q fever, and Lyme disease. Ticks also release toxins that can harm their hosts. Skin wounds caused by ticks can lead to secondary bacterial infections and screwworm infestations. Severe tick infestations can lead to anemia and death.
Symptoms of Tick-Borne Diseases in Dogs. There are many combinations of symptoms of tick-borne disease depending on the disease carried by the tick including: Blood clotting issues and abnormal white blood counts. Loss of interest in food. Weight loss. Changes in the gum color within your dog’s mouth. Discharge coming from the eyes or nose areas.