are common, a tick bite does not automatically mean that a person or dog will become sick.
Diseases Ticks Can Transmit to Dogs
Ticks can transmit several illnesses to dogs.
Ehrlichiosis
Ehrlichiosis is caused by bacteria belonging to the Ehrlichia genus.
Possible symptoms include:
- Fever
- Tiredness
- Loss of appetite
- Weight loss
- Bleeding or bruising problems
Anaplasmosis
Anaplasmosis can cause symptoms such as:
- Fever
- Joint pain
- Limping
- Loss of appetite
- General weakness
Babesiosis
Babesiosis is caused by parasites that infect red blood cells.
Possible symptoms include:
- Weakness
- Pale gums
- Fever
- Dark-colored
