Lyme disease is probably not a major concern for most cat owners. While the bacteria responsible for causing Lyme disease, Borrelia burgdorferi, has the ability to infect cats, there have been no documented cases of cats developing the disease naturally outside of a controlled laboratory environment. This suggests that, in everyday life, cats are either rarely exposed to the bacteria or do not tend to become ill from it. Nevertheless, Lyme disease is known to be a potentially serious illness that commonly affects humans and dogs, particularly in areas where Lyme-carrying ticks are prevalent. Because of the severity of the disease and its prevalence in other species, it is important for pet owners to understand how Lyme disease is transmitted, primarily through the bite of infected black-legged ticks (also known as deer ticks), and to recognize the signs and symptoms of infection in their pets. Being informed can help you take appropriate preventive measures, such as tick control and regular tick checks, to protect not only your cats but also your dogs and family members from this disease.
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