Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Miniature Horse with paralysis from tick bites - what to know
By Tee, S Y & Feary, D J·Published in Australian veterinary journal·2012·University Veterinary Teaching Centre Camden, United Kingdom·View original on PubMed →
PetCaseFinder translated the abstract of this peer-reviewed paper into plain English so pet owners can read it. We do not publish original research — every detail traces back to the citation above. How we work →
Original publication title: Suspected tick paralysis (Ixodes holocyclus) in a Miniature Horse.
- Species:
- horse
Plain-English summary
A 9-year-old Miniature Horse was brought in because he couldn't stand and showed signs of weakness, likely due to paralysis caused by tick bites. After a thorough examination, the vet suspected tick paralysis and treated him with tick antiserum and supportive care. Fortunately, the horse started to recover within two days and was able to go home without any further issues.
People also search for: Miniature Horse paralysis treatment · tick paralysis in horses · why is my horse weak and can't stand
Abstract
A 9-year-old Miniature Horse gelding infested with ticks (Ixodes holocyclus) was presented with flaccid motor paralysis causing recumbency. Neurological examination and other diagnostic tests did not identify an alternative aetiology, leading to a presumptive diagnosis of tick paralysis. The gelding was treated with tick antiserum and intensive supportive care. He made a gradual recovery over the 48 h following presentation and was discharged without further complications. This case report describes in detail the clinical signs and successful treatment of a Miniature Horse with flaccid paralysis caused by suspected envenomation by Ixodes holocyclus.
Find similar cases for your pet
PetCaseFinder finds other peer-reviewed reports of pets with the same symptoms, plus a plain-English summary of what was tried across them.
Search related cases →Original publication on PubMed: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/22510077/