8 Clinical takeaways on tick timing, testing, and prevention

Tick-borne diseases continue to expand geographically, raising new questions for veterinarians about timing, prevention, testing, and client communication. In this slideshow derived from an interview Susan E. Little, DVM, PhD, DACVM (Parasitology), shares practical, evidence-based insights on how quickly ticks transmit infection, how to counsel clients after a tick bite, and how to approach seropositive but asymptomatic patients. These key takeaways highlight what every veterinary team should know as tick pressure increases year-round.