Topic:Ticks

Ticks are ectoparasites that can affect horses by attaching to their skin and feeding on their blood. They are vectors for various pathogens, which can lead to tick-borne diseases in horses. Common tick-borne diseases affecting equines include Lyme disease, equine piroplasmosis, and anaplasmosis. Ticks can cause irritation and skin lesions at the site of attachment, and their presence may lead to secondary infections. Management of ticks in horses involves regular inspection, use of acaricides, and environmental control measures to reduce tick populations. This page compiles peer-reviewed research studies and scholarly articles that investigate the impact of ticks on equine health, the transmission of tick-borne pathogens, and strategies for prevention and control of tick infestations in horses.