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 Sheriff
Harley here with another member of my “Top Ten
Most Unwanted”! My latest Deputy, Bernie, who
is here on assignment from another department,
had this happen to him. Deputy Bernie was very
weak when he came here but he is taking
medication and is improving every day. Please
have your parents check you often and use
prevention when appropriate.
CANINE TICK
FEVER
Aka:
Erlichiosis caused by the brown dog tick.
Last seen:
This particular tick is found everywhere in the
United States.
Transmitted:
Dog
becomes infected when bitten by the tick
carrying the organism. It only takes one and
sometimes is undetected by the owner.
Symptoms:
Non- specific
but may include, listlessness, swollen lymph
nodes, fever, weight loss, abnormal bleeding and
eye/nose discharge. Disease can be chronic, even
fatal.
Treatment:
Diagnosed via blood test. Treat with
antibiotics. Some dogs require blood
transfusions.
Prevention:
Check dog for ticks,
especially when hiking. Use Frontline Plus
monthly. Infested areas in home or yard may
require professional exterminator for several
months.
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