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Could your dog have Lyme disease
Tick exposure can lead to Lyme disease, which may cause lameness, joint swelling or low energy.
Tick exposure can lead to Lyme disease, which may cause lameness, joint swelling or low energy. Blood testing helps distinguish it from other conditions.
Editorial overview based on the linked VCA resource; this is not the complete original handout. Prepared 2026-10-03; not veterinarian-reviewed. Diagnosis and treatment, including medication choice and dose, require veterinary guidance.
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