Ticks in cats
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Ticks in cats
Ticks are small parasites that feed on the blood of animals, including cats and people. The 'Big Tick Project' identified ticks on 6.6% of all cats visiting vet practices in the UK. Cats of any age or breed can get tick bites, but cats who go outdoors are at most risk. Ticks can spread a serious illness called Lyme disease.
Ticks are the size of tiny seeds when they first latch on to your cat. They stay attached to grow and feed for up to 5 days. Ticks can transfer disease by passing infections between animals when they feed on their blood. They have 8 legs and look a bit like spiders. Lyme disease is the most serious disease spread by ticks in the UK. However, Lyme disease is still very rare in cats and much rarer than in dogs. Irritation or infection at the site of a tick bite is a much more common problem.
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