Lyme Disease in Dogs

Lyme Disease in dogs is transmitted as it is in humans, through the bite of a tick that carries certain bacteria. It is the bacteria that causes Lyme Disease. Tick bites from ticks not carrying these bacteria cannot transmit Lyme Disease to the dog or person being bitten. At least three known types of ticks can carry the bacteria that causes Lyme Disease in dogs, but by far the majority of ticks that carry the bacteria are the Deer Tick, also called the Black-Legged Tick. A Deer Tick bite, therefore, has a relatively high likelihood of transmitting the bacteria that causes Lyme Disease.

This tick is known as the Deer Tick, because Deer are it's primary host (ticks being a parasite). But these ticks will also feed on other types of animals, including both people and dogs.

Canine Lyme Disease is prevalent in the Northeastern states from Maine to Maryland, as well as Minnesota, Wisconsin, Oregon and Northern California. It is also found in most parts of Australia, particularly bush and country areas, as well as in parts of Europe, China and Japan. This is because in these areas, ticks more commonly carry the bacteria that causes Lyme Disease.

You can reduce symptoms of Lyme Disease in dogs with herbal remedies. ALWAYS see your vet, though.

And if you're interested in finding out further information on symptoms of Lyme Disease, and cures for Lyme Disease (hint: antibiotics are used), click here.