My dog found a tick. Is it causing her severe symptoms like shaking?

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So i tought my dog was sick or that she has alergies but today i found a tick on her head. Last couple days she sudnely started to shake, breath hard, cry and she seemed like she doesnt know where she is, she also got diarhea and fever yesterday and she poopes everywhere today. She seems like she wants to throw up but cant. Lately she has problems with breathing guess its from that tick. I didnt found any other ticks for now. Ussualy i give her pills against ticks and fleas every 3 months. Pet's info: Dog | Maltese | Female | unspayed | 2 years and 8 months old

Dr. Dayna, DVM, CVA · Accepted Answer

Ticks can cause illness, but it is also possible that something else is wrong and the tick has nothing to do with it. I would encourage you to have her evaluated by your veterinarian soon. They may recommend an x-ray and / or blood work to help diagnose the problem. With intact females I am always concerned about a uterine infection called pyometra as well. It can cause lots of vague symptoms. I would recommend taking a fresh poop sample with you when you go to the veterinarian as well. Best of luck and I hope she improves soon. Thank you for using Pet Coach.

My dog found a tick. Is it causing her severe symptoms like shaking?

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