Symptoms of Ehrlichiosis in dogs include fever, weight loss, stiffness and bleeding.īabesiosis (very rare in UK) – Similarly to the above, Babesiosis is a rare tick-borne disease. There is a greater risk in Europe, America and Africa so dogs traveling to and from these places should be checked. Dogs catching Ehrlichiosis in the UK is also very rare. It is very rare for people to catch Ehrlichiosis from a tick bite, with Vets Now reporting only 10-20 confirmed cases a year in the UK. If you are concerned about any of these symptoms in your dog, visit your vet immediately.Įhrlichiosis (very rare in UK) – Ehrlichiosis is a tick-borne disease which affects white blood cells. The most common symptoms of Lyme disease in dogs include a lesion around the bite, stiffness, lameness, swollen joints, inflamed lymph nodes, tiredness, fever and loss of appetite. Lyme disease is an inflammatory condition which can become severe if left untreated. Lyme disease – The main concern is whether a tick is carrying Lyme disease which could be passed on to your dog. There are, however, a few diseases that can be passed from tick to dog. Most ticks are harmless but can cause discomfort for your dog. PK-Photos Getty Images What are the side effects and diseases a dog can get from a tick? Regular brushing, shampooing and grooming can also help keep on top of ticks. Pay particular attention to your pet's neck, head, ears, groin, muzzle, pads and toes, as these are the places ticks can attach themselves to dogs most easily. Make a habit of running your hands through your dog's fur after a walk to feel for any lumps and bumps. They can look like a wart in a dog's fur, but on closer inspection you'll be able to see their eight legs. Once they've gorged on blood, ticks usually expand to the size of a small coffee bean. Ticks come in many sizes and shapes, but generally they're small, flat, black and an oval shape. Ticks are most active during spring as this is the point, every year in their three-year lifespan (approx.), that they look for a host to feed off. They are likely to be found close to animal habitats including deer, rabbits and rodents. They can not fly so attached themselves to animals when they brush past them. You are most likely to come into contact with ticks in areas of dense vegetation including long grass and woodland. IgorChus Getty Images Where do ticks live?