Protection against ticks and babesiosis

28/04/2023

What is babesiosis and what are its symptoms?

Babesiosis: a disease caused by a tick-borne single-celled blood parasite

Symptoms:

Fever

Loss of appetite

Weakness

Pale mucous membranes, yellow mucous membranes

Rapid pulse and breathing

Brownish red urine

IMPORTANT: Urgent medical attention required! Kidney damage is common, so every day that passes reduces your pet's chances of survival and complication-free.

Protection against ticks, and therefore babesiosis, is of highly importance for our outdoor pets!

Conscious owners are advised to pay extra attention to prevention and to contact a veterinarian as soon as possible, even at the slightest sign of illness.

For questions about tick control, we also welcome all owner!