What are the symptoms of ticks?

Visible tick attached to the skin. Common locations: ears, neck, armpits, groin, between the toes. Slight inflammation at the attachment point. Signs of a transmitted disease: fever, lethargy, lameness, anaemia (appearing days or weeks later)

Ticks does not spread directly between animals. However, it can affect people in certain circumstances.

Parásitos

Ticks

Parasites that attach to the skin to feed on blood. The real danger is not the bite itself but the diseases they transmit (ehrlichiosis, babesiosis, Lyme disease).

Moderate🐕 Dogs🐈 Cats Zoonosis

Symptoms to watch for

• Visible tick attached to the skin
• Common locations: ears, neck, armpits, groin, between the toes
• Slight inflammation at the attachment point
• Signs of a transmitted disease: fever, lethargy, lameness, anaemia (appearing days or weeks later)

Causes

They are picked up in areas with vegetation (countryside, parks, woodland). Most active from spring to autumn, but all year round in warm climates.

Diagnosis

The tick is visible on direct inspection. If a transmitted disease is suspected, specific blood tests are carried out.

Treatment

Remove the tick correctly: with fine tweezers, gripping as close to the skin as possible, pulling firmly and straight out WITHOUT twisting. Do NOT use oil or burn it (this increases the risk of regurgitation). Watch for symptoms in the following weeks.

Prevention

An external antiparasitic effective against ticks (collar, spot-on or tablet). Check your pet after walks in the countryside.

When should you see the vet?

See your vet if fever, lethargy, lameness or loss of appetite appear in the weeks following a bite. Keep the tick in case it needs to be tested.

Consult a vet

WetAi guides you and takes you to the vet; it does not diagnose.

Notice: this information is for general guidance and educational purposes only. It does NOT replace diagnosis or treatment by a registered veterinary surgeon. If you notice any symptoms, always consult a professional. Wallapets accepts no responsibility for the use of this information without veterinary supervision.