FAQ

Dogs cannot directly transmit ehrlichiosis to humans; humans become infected through tick bites, not from contact with infected dogs.

Breeds such as German Shepherds, Doberman Pinschers, Belgian Malinois, and Siberian Huskies are more prone to severe forms of ehrlichiosis.

No, dogs cannot directly spread ehrlichiosis to humans; however, humans can get infected by tick bites from ticks that also infect dogs.

Ehrlichia is caused by a group of tick-borne rickettsial bacteria, primarily Ehrlichia canis, transmitted by ticks such as the brown dog tick.

The survival rate of dogs with ehrlichiosis is excellent with early detection and treatment, especially in the acute phase; untreated chronic cases have a more guarded prognosis.

Symptoms of ehrlichiosis in dogs include fever, lethargy, weight loss, bleeding, lameness, eye abnormalities, and neurological signs, depending on the disease phase.

Yes, ehrlichiosis in dogs can be cured, especially when detected early and treated promptly with antibiotics like doxycycline.

Ehrlichiosis is a tick-borne disease in dogs caused mainly by the bacterium Ehrlichia canis, transmitted through tick bites and leading to symptoms ranging from fever to potentially fatal chronic illness.

Rage is a form of sudden, intense, and unprovoked aggression linked to neurological or genetic causes, while general aggression typically has identifiable triggers such as fear, dominance, or resource guarding.

Rage syndrome has been most commonly reported in breeds like English Springer Spaniels, Cocker Spaniels, Belgian Malinois, Bull Terriers, Golden Retrievers, Poodles, and Doberman Pinschers.