- 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 urine
Lyme Disease
In areas where Lyme disease occurs, infected ticks can transmit the bacterium Borrelia burgdorferi.
Dogs may develop:
- Lameness
- Swollen joints
- Fever
- Fatigue
Some infected dogs may show few or no obvious symptoms.
Diseases Ticks Can Transmit to Humans
Some tick species can also transmit diseases to humans.
Lyme Disease
Possible early symptoms include:
- Fever
- Fatigue
- Headache
- Muscle aches
- An expanding skin rash
Not everyone develops the characteristic rash.
Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever
Possible symptoms include:
- Fever
- Headache
- Rash
- Muscle pain
- Nausea
Prompt medical evaluation and treatment are important when this illness is suspected.
Ehrlichiosis and Anaplasmosis
These infections can produce flu-like symptoms, including:
- Fever
- Chills
- Fatigue
- Headache
- Muscle aches
Symptoms can range from mild to severe.
How Quickly Can a Tick Transmit Disease?
The amount of time a tick needs to remain attached before transmitting an infection varies depending on the disease and the specific circumstances.
For Lyme disease, transmission generally takes many hours and often around 24 to 36 hours or longer, although this is not an absolute rule.
Other tick-borne infections may potentially be transmitted more quickly.
