Ticks aren’t just a nuisance in Ajah they’re dangerous. Our heat, humidity, and grassy compounds create the perfect breeding ground. At Petmedplus Veterinary Clinic, we treat tick fever cases weekly from Lekki, Sangotedo, VGC, Badore, and Abraham Adesanya.
What are ticks
Small, blood-sucking parasites that latch onto your dog’s skin. They in ears, between toes, under collars, and in armpits. They lay eggs in thousands.
Why Ajah dogs are at risk:
- Beach walks: Eleko, Abraham Adesanya, and private beaches have ticks in grass/sand
- Grassy compounds: Most homes in Ajah have grass where ticks thrive year-round
- Stray contact: Street dogs carry heavy tick loads
- No season break: Lagos weather means ticks never die off
Tick Fever: The Silent Killer
Ticks spread deadly diseases through their bite. The most common in Lagos is Canine Ehrlichiosis, aka “Tick Fever”.
Warning signs Ajah dog owners see:
- Sudden fever and tiredness
- Loss of appetite, weight loss
- Bleeding from nose or gums
- Pale gums, bruising on belly
- Swollen lymph nodes
- Lameness or joint pain
Professional Ajah Tick Treatment at Petmedplus Veterinary Clinic
What we do at your visit:
- Full tick check & removal: We safely remove all visible ticks.
- Tick fever blood test
- Vet-prescribed treatment
- Home & environment plan
We guide you on treating your compound, kennel, and bedding. Ticks live in cracks, walls, and grass.
How to Prevent Ticks in Ajah
Monthly prevention: Use vet-approved tablets like Bravecto, NexGard, or spot-ons.
Daily checks: Run your hands over your dog after walks, especially ears and paws
- Cut grass short
- Fumigate quarterly
- Avoid tick hotspots: Tall grass near Badore canals and unkept fields
Final note
Looking for dog tick treatment in Ajah? Call PetmedPlus veterinary clinic today. We serve Ajah, VGC, Lekki, Sangotedo, Awoyaya, and Abraham Adesanya, Ogombo.
Frequently Asked Questions About Tick Fever in Ajah
- How do I know if my dog has tick fever?
- Early signs:
- low energy
- slight fever
- not eating well.
- Later signs include:
- Nose bleeds
- Pale gums
- weight loss.
If your dog had ticks in the last 2-3 months and seems “off,” get a blood test at Petmedplus. Because pets don’t wait, and neither do we.
- Can I remove ticks at home with oil or Vaseline?
No. That makes ticks spit more disease into your dog.
- My dog uses a tick collar. Is that enough for Ajah?
Usually, no. Ajah’s tick pressure is high year-round due to heat and grass. Collars are not enough.
- How long does tick fever treatment take?
Most dogs need antibiotics for 21-28 days. Very sick dogs may need IV fluids and hospitalization.
- Can humans get tick fever from dogs?
You can’t catch it directly from your dog, but the same infected ticks in your compound can bite you. Tick diseases like Ehrlichiosis also affect humans.
Protect your dog and protect your whole family in lekki and Sangotedo.
- How do I treat my house and compound for ticks?
we provide professional fumigation in Ajah.
