Maine's Veterinary Clinic confirms red circles on dogs' bellies are harmless black fly bites, not Lyme disease.
Maine's Veterinary Clinic addresses concerns from pet owners over red circles on dogs' bellies, resembling Lyme disease lesions. These spots are confirmed to be harmless black fly bites, which do not transmit diseases, and the large welts will fade on their own. The Clinic's reassurances have helped alleviate pet owners' fears during blackfly season in Maine.
July 20, 2024
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