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   What happens if a dog gets Lyme disease?

   • Some dogs get sudden arthritis that then causes pain and swelling. The infection can also have cardiac and neurological effects if left untreated. In the most severe cases, Lyme disease in dogs can cause kidney failure or even death. This isn’t very common, though.

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   How long does Lyme disease last in dogs?

   • Treatment includes antibiotics, usually for at least 30 days. This often resolves symptoms quickly, but in some cases, the infection will persist and prolonged medication may be needed. Treatment can also include other therapies aimed at resolving or relieving specific symptoms. Can I Catch Lyme Disease From My Dog?

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   Can Lyme disease cause heart problems in dogs?

   • Symptoms may go away and then come back in the advanced stage. One long-term effect of Lyme disease is mycocarditis, an inflammation of the myocardium of the heart. The myocardium is the muscle that allows heart contraction. According to Marvistavet, dogs rarely develop cardiac problems from Lyme disease.

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   Mar 14, 2024 · Generalized stiffness, discomfort, or pain. Swelling of joints. Symptoms can progress to kidney failure in dogs, which can be fatal. Serious cardiac and neurological effects can...

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   Sep 26, 2017 · One long-term effect of Lyme disease is mycocarditis, an inflammation of the myocardium of the heart. The myocardium is the muscle that allows heart contraction. According to Marvistavet, dogs rarely develop cardiac problems from Lyme disease. Has your pet ever run away from home? yes. no. Kidneys.

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   Dec 9, 2021 · 3 min read. Lyme disease is a tick-caused infection that can spread to humans and animals. This disease has several side effects that can affect your dog’s life. Here’s what you need to...

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   Jan 15, 2021 · Lyme disease is treatable, but if unnoticed can cause kidney failure or even be fatal. Untreated Lyme disease can also cause long-lasting cardiac and neurological issues. How is Lyme disease diagnosed in dogs? Often Lyme disease is treated by your vet through a month-long course of antibiotics. Often to go-to antibiotic is Doxycycline.

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   In dogs, the most common signs include fever, loss of appetite, painful or swollen joints, lameness that comes and goes, swollen lymph nodes, and lethargy. If Lyme disease is left untreated it can lead to damage in the kidneys, nervous system, and heart.

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   Apr 1, 2024 · Lethargy (lack of energy) Swollen joints. Lameness (limping) Decreased appetite. Swollen lymph nodes. Increased drinking or urination. Neurological symptoms. Should My Pet Be Seen by a Veterinarian? Let’s Start! How is Lyme Disease Diagnosed?

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   It is recommended to test no earlier than four weeks after a tick bite. Some dogs that have been infected for long periods of time may no longer have enough antibodies present to be detected by the test. Therefore, a positive test is meaningful, but a negative is not.