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Does my dog need lyme vaccine?

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A vaccine against Lyme disease is available for dogs. However, consideration should be given to the dog's risk factors before administering the vaccine. read more

If you frequently find ticks on your dog, vaccination against Lyme disease may be worth considering. On the other hand, dogs that never encounter ticks do not need the vaccine. Your veterinarian can help you decide whether your dog is a candidate for the Lyme disease vaccine. read more

The Lyme vaccine is not necessarily recommended for all dogs. Ask your veterinarian about the risk of Lyme disease where you live and whether the Lyme vaccine is recommended for your dog. There are currently no vaccines to protect dogs from other tick-borne diseases, such as ehrlichiosis and anaplasmosis. read more

When I asked my vet about this, he stated you can’t get Lyme disease from your dog; it comes from a tick and cannot be passed from dog to human. One manufacturer guarantees their vaccine and states that they will pay for 50% of any treatment a dog needs if they do contract Lyme disease. read more

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