05/13/2026
🐾 May is Lyme Disease Prevention Month 🐾
As the weather warms up, ticks become more active — which means a higher risk of Lyme disease for our pets. Lyme disease is caused by bacteria transmitted through the bite of infected ticks, most commonly deer ticks. Dogs are especially susceptible, but cats can also be exposed.
Symptoms of Lyme disease in pets may include:
• Fever
• Lethargy or tiredness
• Loss of appetite
• Swollen lymph nodes
• Joint pain or limping that may shift from leg to leg
• In more serious cases, kidney complications can occur
Because ticks are commonly found in grassy areas, wooded trails, and even backyards, pets can be exposed during everyday outdoor activities.
The best protection is prevention! In addition to regular tick prevention products, we also offer the Lyme vaccine here at our clinic to help protect your dog from this potentially serious disease.
If you have questions about Lyme disease prevention or would like to schedule your pet’s vaccine appointment, give us a call today! 📞🐶🐱