Could my dog's inflamed bite be from a tick causing Lyme disease?

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Is this a tick that caused Lyme disease. Pet's info: Dog | Shih Tzu | Male | unneutered | 8 lbs

Jenny, DVM · Accepted Answer

Themise kesion are very suspicious of where a ticj may have been attached due to the inflammation and swelling and the target lesions. Lyme disease is transmitted by 1 type of Tick but there are other Tick disease caused by different types id ticks. With that degree of inflammation I would have your vet check those area and do lab work. It will check for Tick borne diseases and check for any changes in the blood from the illness if positive.

Could my dog's inflamed bite be from a tick causing Lyme disease?

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