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Tick-Borne
Diseases
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The photos
below show Samoyeds who have one or more of the Tick-Borne
Diseases and the depigmentation of the nose or lips caused
by these diseases. Note: All dogs will not necessarily get
the depigmentation even if positive AND all positive dogs
do not lose the pigmentation necessarily in the same
areas. The eye rim pigmentation can also depigmentate. The
Tick-Borne diseases are a real problem for our canine
(including Dobermans), equine, feline, etc friends. They
also can be a problem for humans. Because there are so
many strains of the tick-borne diseases it is important to
rule out each strain individually with tick titers. The
tick-borne diseases include, but are not limited to,
Ehrlichia risticii, Ehrlichia canis,
Ehrlichia equi, Ehrlichia chaffeensis,
Ehrlichia phagocytophila, Babesia canis,
Babesia gibsoni, Lyme, RMSF (Rocky Mountain Spotted
Fever), etc. The tick-borne diseases are appropriately
named "The Great Imitators". For more information on the
Tick-Borne Diseases, symptoms, testing, etc click on the
Tick FAQ link provided here...
Canine Tick FAQ |
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Tick-Borne
Disease
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Photo 1 |
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A black
nose that has faded to a shade of liver. The fading
occurred in the winter month of February further fooling
the owners. The fading of the nose was the only visual
sign for the owners. This Samoyed's appearance and
behavior was otherwise "normal". Also, this Samoyed
tittered to three different tick-borne disease strains
in addition to being the only Samoyed in a large group
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Lip
Depigmentation |
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Photo 2 |
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Photo 3 |
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Notice the
excessive build up of tartar on this dog. This dog
previously kept fairly white teeth. |
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an image to view a larger photo |
The
purpose of providing these pages to everyone is to offer
visuals and/or share actual experiences of different canine
medical syndromes, adverse reactions and diseases, which
include some of the visual symptoms of them. While these
symptoms can vary with each dog they should offer a better
idea or understanding. For me, seeing is believing in addition
to the education, reading, etc. The photos shown, if any, are
not necessarily the same dog, nor is the purpose of this page
to focus on *who* the dog is or the owner(s). It is strictly
for educational purposes only! I apologize that some clarity
is naturally lost when scanning.
Disclaimer: I am not a veterinarian, medical professional, nor
am I claiming to be. Also, I am not trying to offer treatment
or diagnosis for your dog. This page is for canine owners to
share with other owners their dog's personal medical photos or
information. Please consult with your veterinarian or medical
professional.
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