Tick-borne encephalitis in dogs is an emerging concern in endemic European regions, causing neurological disease with significant welfare implications.
Dogs with TBEV-associated neurological disease experience disorientation, loss of coordination, and potentially seizures that cause genuine distress. The unpredictable progression of tick-borne neurological disease requires careful monitoring and management. In endemic regions where dogs spend time in tick-infested habitat, vaccination combined with reliable tick prevention provides the most comprehensive welfare protection. Supportive care including anti-inflammatory treatment improves outcomes in clinically affected dogs.