Regional Tick Update

Over the last few years, we have recognized a growing emergence of ticks in our local dog population in the spring and fall. Ticks themselves are a nuisance that can cause local skin irritation from the tick bite, but deer ticks, specifically, are known to carry diseases, causing bacteria in some areas of the province. Lyme disease and anaplasmosis can be transmitted to dogs (and people) through a tick bite and sometimes cause life-threatening illnesses.

We are seeing ticks in urban areas as frequently as in rural areas. This includes even small fenced backyards in town. Unfortunately, every dog that goes outside is now at risk.

North Bay Animal Hospital's Recommendation for Tick Prevention

Annual Tick Prevention is the most comprehensive and cost-effective way to prevent ticks and, therefore, reduce the risk of Lyme disease and anaplasmosis.

There are a number of effective oral, topical, and injectable products that can be used year-round to protect your pet. We would be happy to discuss which product would be best for your dog.

Common Parasites

• Fleas

• Ear Mites

• Heartworm

• Mange

• Ticks

• Intestinal Parasites