Tick Prevention Measures
Act quickly to treat tick-borne diseases
In Northeast Ohio the most common tick encountered in the fall and winter is the deer tick, also called the blacklegged tick. It is large and easier to spot on a pet than some others, but if missed, this tick can spread Lyme disease, ehrlichia, anaplasmosis and rocky mountain spotted fever. All are treatable if diagnosed, so it’s important to be aware of your pets’ activities and check them regularly, especially because some symptoms are quite subtle and may not show for several months.
Act quickly to treat tick-borne diseases
Lyme disease, passed by the deer tick
Anaplasmosis, passed by the deer tick
Ehrlichia, passed by the brown dog tick
Rocky mountain spotted fever, passed by the American dog tick, wood tick and lone star tick
Unfortunately, tick-borne diseases can be difficult to cure, making recurrences of the disease a common problem during the treatment process. Your vet will be able to advise you of symptoms to watch for and how long your pet may need to recover and heal.
If you suspect your pet may have been bitten by a tick or may have contracted a tick-borne disease, do not wait to consult your vet. Your best chance to cure your pet is by treating the disease immediately. At Stark County Veterinary Emergency Clinic, we treat pets for all types of emergencies including illness due to tick-borne diseases.
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