Lyme Disease in Dogs: Causes, Symptoms, and Supplement Support

Lyme disease in dogs is an unfortunate yet common occurrence. Lyme disease is especially common in dogs that are able to roam large areas such as a farm, or that may live close to a wooded area where ticks are often found. In spite of the use of tick and flea collars, sometimes dogs are still susceptible to a tick bite.

The most common carrier of Lyme disease is the hard-shelled "Deer Tick." The tick will normally feed over an 18 hour period before the dog is infected. Common symptoms of Lyme disease in dogs are as follows:

-Obvious joint stiffness -An unusual arch in their back -Fever -A lack of appetite and depressed or lethargic behavior -Noticeably swollen lymphoid glands

Some of the more serious (but rare) symptoms involve labored breathing, kidney problems, and heart problems.

Some of the most painful symptoms dogs will experience are joint swelling and joint pain. These problems can often recur at a later date once the dog has been exposed to the disease. If you suspect your dog is infected with Lyme disease contact your veterinarian for further tests. The vet will need to do extensive blood work to determine if your pet has been infected with Lyme disease. If left untreated, one of the more serious side effects can be kidney disease and eventual kidney failure.

Lyme disease in dogs is caused by spirochete bacteria and can be very difficult to treat in some cases. Symptoms of Lyme disease often mimic other health issues. Usually veterinarians will administer antibiotic as an initial treatment of Lyme disease. These antibiotics, although helpful and necessary, can provoke depletion of the "good" enzymes in your pets system as well as the bad ones that need to be removed.

Products that regenerate/reproduce/stimulate the growth of the bodies natural enzymes can aid in the management and recovery of an infection of Lyme disease in dogs. After the initial infection, and of course, the recommended treatments of your local veterinarian, all-natural pet health supplements are recommended in supplementing and enhancing your pet`s recovery.

Sprouted Granules are proficient in helping the body to remove toxins. Ox-E-Drops will help to rebuild and enhance your pet`s immune system, and Bac~Pak Plus contains the powerful probiotic enzymes that will assist in rebuilding your pets healthy digestive function.

For continued support, the use of Antioxidant Treats are recommended as a daily supplement that will improve your pet`s resistance to further illness and especially help with joint issues that often go along with an infection of Lyme disease.

Article submitted by Tim Delaney, an avid dog advocate. References include Nyzmes and Nzymes Pet Products