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NATURE SAFETY BY LVC

Tiny ticks, BIG THREAT!

6/28/2021

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Ectoparasites are organisms that live on the outside of an animal. Ticks are fairly common ectoparasites of dogs (and cats). ​Some ticks can infest dogs that spend most of their time indoors, and even dogs that only spend brief periods of time outside can have ticks.

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DID YOU KNOW?

  • While ticks themselves cause only mild irritation, they can carry diseases that pose a serious threat to animals and humans.
  • Ticks can be prevented by regular use of tick control products.
  • Just pulling off a tick can leave body parts attached to your dog. Ask your veterinarian about proper tick removal and tick control.
  • Illnesses transmitted by ticks can case fever, anemia, paralysis, lameness, and other symptoms.
  • People can not catch Lyme Disease or Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever from infected dogs, but the same ticks that bite dogs can cause these illnesses and others if they bite humans.
  • Adult ticks can live up to 3 years without blood meal.
  • Ticks live on three different animals during their life.
  • Most ticks spend most of their life OFF the host (animal) in the environment.
  • Ticks can't jump and don't "fall from trees" as most people think, but transfer onto hosts when animals or humans walk through long grass, bushes and brush.

​​How do I prevent my dog from getting ticks?

​It is very difficult to prevent your dog’s exposure to ticks. Ticks can attach to your dog when he or she goes with you on walks, hikes, or during any outdoor activities. The best way to prevent ticks from attaching to your dog is by the regular use of tick control products. Your veterinarian can advise you about the best product for your dog and your situation.
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​​How will ticks affect my dog?

Although rare, ticks can consume enough of your dog’s blood to cause a deficiency called anemia. Certain female ticks can also cause a rare paralysis in dogs as a result of a toxin they produce while feeding. More important, ticks are capable of causing many diseases in your pet. The disease with which most people are familiar is called Lyme Disease. Another is Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever.
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Check with your vet if you are unsure about removing ticks on your own. Your vet can see your pet and remove them for you. 
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9 Comments
Hannah Harper
7/21/2021 01:00:52 pm

Would like to know if Maddie should be taking prevention for ticks and how can I get it! Live on Louisville and would prefer to get it close to home! Thanks

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Petvanity link
10/6/2021 05:28:23 am

Great blog post.Helpful and informative tips. I like it thanks for sharing this information with us

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John Carston link
11/5/2021 05:57:30 pm

I like how you mentioned that dogs that spend most of their time indoors can have ticks. My cousin mentioned to me last night that she wants her pet to have a grooming service due to knotted hairs and asked if I have any idea what is the best option to do. Thanks to this informative article and I'll be sure to tell her that she can consult trusted pet grooming services as they can answer all her inquiries and will provide good quality service.

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John Carston link
11/25/2021 03:07:57 pm

I like how you mentioned that your dog can have anemia which is why it is important to get rid of the tick as soon as possible. My cousin mentioned to me last night that she wants her dog to have a grooming service due to knotted hairs and asked if I have any idea what is the best option to do. Thanks to this informative article and I'll be sure to tell her that she can consult trusted pet grooming services as they can answer all her inquiries and will provide good quality service.

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Pet Vanity link
1/2/2022 11:31:41 pm


Great blog post.Helpful and informative tips. I like it thanks for sharing this information with us

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Jeff Carbine link
1/3/2022 06:28:32 am

I never knew that ticks can consume enough of your dog’s blood to cause a deficiency called anemia. I never thought that it would be like this, it is an intriguing article to read and I will also share this with my aunt. Thank you for the information about veterinarians.

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Pet Vanity link
2/1/2022 11:32:43 pm

Great blog post.Helpful and informative tips. I like it thanks for sharing this information with us

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Braden Bills link
2/14/2022 06:34:05 am

I noticed that my dog has been getting ticks, and I'm not sure what to do about it. It makes sense that I might want to get my dog to a vet! They would be able to remove them and ensure that my dog didn't get any diseases from them.

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Victoria Addington link
3/28/2022 06:47:40 am

I didn't know that ticks can bring illnesses that pose a severe threat to animals and even humans. I just adopted a cat, so I want to make sure that she doesn't have a tick. I should look for an animal hospital near my place to treat my new cat.

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