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Signes of Lymes

What are some signes in a dog with out testing that could result in them haveing lymes.

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stiff and or limping, lack of ambitition are a couple symptoms.

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Lyme Disease Causes:

Lyme Disease is caused by a spirochete called Borrelia. A spirochete is a type of bacterium. It is transmitted to dogs through the bite of a tick. The feeding tick is basically a blood sucker. It must keep its host’s blood from clotting in order to continue sucking so it is able to regurgitate assorted enzymes to keep the blood flow liquid and smooth. It is during this regurgitation process that the Lyme spirochete is brought up from the tick’s midgut to its mouthparts. This process requires a minimum of 48 hours which means that if the tick is removed within 48 hours of attachment, the spirochete cannot be transmitted and the host will not get the disease. Once in the blood stream, it is carried to many parts of the dog's body. It is especially likely to localize in joints.

Lyme Disease Symptoms:

In dogs, Lyme disease produces symptoms characterized by arthritis, though it can sometimes involve heart, nervous system and the kidneys. The arthritic joints may become swollen and hot, and there may be a fever (102 to 105 degrees) and poor appetite. Dogs may also become lame because of the disease. This painful lameness often appears suddenly and may shift from one leg to another. If untreated, it may eventually disappear, only to recur weeks or months later. The glands (lymph nodes) of the dog may also be swollen.

Many dogs suffering from Lyme Disease are taken to a veterinarian because they seem to be experiencing generalized pain and have stopped eating. Often these dogs have high fevers.

Some dogs are affected with the Lyme Disease organism for over a year before they finally show symptoms. By this time, the disease may be quite widespread in the dog's body.

Lyme Diease Diagnosis:

Diagnosis of Lyme disease in dogs is based on risk of exposure, clinical symptoms and blood testing. Only a veterinarian can make the diagnosis.

Lyme Disease Treatment:

The Lyme spirochete is a bacterium, so it can be controlled by antibiotics. However, a lengthy course of treatment may be necessary to completely eradicate the organism. With early detection, dogs may experience relief of symptoms within 24 hours of treatment. Chronic cases require longer periods of treatment.

Lyme Disease Prevention:

The degree of prevention for your pet depends upon exposure to areas at high risk for Lyme disease. Grooming to detect ticks and prompt removal will help to minimize the risk of contracting Lyme disease. Tick prevention and tick-killing products are available for dogs. Products containing permethrin (BioSpot), amitraz (Preventic Collars),or fipronyl (Frontline Plus)can be used safely on dogs.

Vaccines are now available to help prevent Lyme Disease in dogs. Annual revaccination is necessary. Contact your veterinarian if you suspect your dog may have Lyme Disease.


Answers found here: http://www.vetvax.com/lymediseasedogs.html

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Thanks for the replys I have a appointment at the vet so will se what happens.

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Thanks for the replys I have a appointment at the vet so will se what happens.

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Originally posted by Chris Dailey
Thanks for the replys I have a appointment at the vet so will se what happens.

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Thanks dave will have to be carefull then lol.

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Never had a dog contract Lyme but I do vacinate for it. It's terribly expensive if you go to the vet for a single shot. I buy a multi dose container of the vaccine. I figure it's worth a little insurance on a good dog. Hope your dog recovers. Ticks can be the casue of a whole lot of bad symptoms in dogs.

I've been using the cow tags that was on a thread here earlier. Put them on my dogs collars haven't had a tick on any of my dogs.Also put them on my mule halters and haven't found a tick on them either. I sprayed my pasture the other day and picked off two on me.

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