by Ben Doss | Nov 8, 2024
Initial treatment involves sedation, possibly oxygen therapy or emergency intubation if breathing is compromised, and administration of tick anti-serum to neutralise the toxin. A full body clip may be recommended to find and remove any additional ticks, as multiple...
by Ben Doss | Nov 8, 2024
The signs of tick paralysis may include lethargy, reduced appetite, vomiting, retching or drooling due to difficulty swallowing, changes in vocal sounds, tongue protrusion, unsteady gait progressing to an inability to stand or walk, breathing difficulties, noisy...
by Ben Doss | Nov 8, 2024
Tick paralysis is a serious condition caused by the toxin of the paralysis tick (Ixodes holocyclus), predominantly found along the East Coast of Australia. These ticks attach to pets, becoming engorged as they feed on blood, and inject their toxin, which can lead to...
