Crushing the tick while it's attached can cause the tick's body fluids to rush into your dog increasing the risk of being infected. Don't try to burn the tick or put oil on it. Antibiotics are the treatment of choice for Lyme disease in dogs, as in humans. Tetracyclines and penicillin-like antibiotics are very effective. Corticosteroids and other anti-inflammatory drugs are sometimes used to help with the stiffness in the joints caused by Lyme disease.
Most dogs respond very well to treatment.
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