65lb dog found tick on belly pulled it not all. now has small lump how much will all this cost?

Question

he's 6mnth old visla i think the tick's head is still in there how much will the antibiotics and euthanasia and surgery including initial visit cost me, I live on the central coast, c.a.

Answer 1

Are you sure the head is still imbedded? Just the physical act of removing a tick can cause a small lump to raise up from where it was attached even if the head was removed with the body. While the tick is attached it is releasing anti-inflammatories into its host's body so it will be easier for it to go unnoticed. Removing it causes the body's immune system to kick in and that's completely normal. I wouldn't assume the worst.

I would treat the area with some rubbing alcohol on a cotton swab and keep an eye on it. If it seems to be getting worse or doesn't go away on its own, consult your vet.

Answer 2

holy Toledo, you don't have to put your dog to sleep.for crying out loud , its not like he broke all 4 legs or has terminal cancer or anything like that!!! i've have removed the head by acting as if it was a sliver , but i have a very mellow dog.try some black drawing salve(buy at any rite-aid)really load it on.watch for any sign of infection and call your vet to ask for any other helpful solutions and a price for a visit if needed.

Answer 3

euthanasia? Please don't kill your dog just because you found a tick on him. The bump will eventually go away. Just buy a good flea and tick medication to put on the dog.

Answer 4

I don't think you need all that. I did that once with my dog and it healed up on its own. Dogs are resilient creatures. They're pretty good about snapping back from various ailments.

Answer 5

I wouldn't wait in taking him to the vet. The longer you wait, the more it's going to cost you.

Answer 6

hmm. probably a lot. aroud 100... maybe