What Dog Owners Need to Know About
CANINE LYME Disease...
Canine Lyme disease is a growing concern to dog owners, because the disease is increasing in numbers and also expanding geographically. You should know the facts and clearly understand the risk factors for your own dog.
Information on this website will help you determine the canine Lyme disease threat in your area, as well as the level of risk for your dog due to activities and lifestyle. Take the Risk Quiz to find out. If you feel your dog is at risk, see your veterinarian.
Is your dog at risk for Lyme Disease?
- Does your dog live in or visit an area with deer ticks or lone star ticks?
- Does your dog live in a suburban home next to wildlife areas?
- Is your dog’s yard surrounded by woods or tall brush?
- Does your dog go walking, hiking, picnicking, fishing or camping in wooded areas?
- Does your dog frequent areas with a lot of deer?
If you find a tick on your dog, or answered yes to any of these questions, your dog may be at risk of Lyme Disease.
Talk to your veterinarian about the benefits of yearly vaccination for your dog.
