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Hello Jana,

I am very concerned about our dog. This morning I discovered that my 2 year old black lab mix has ticks (I removed 2-3 of them) and decided to take him to the Vet (that he goes to all the time) since I was working my spouse took him to the Vet. He was treated there (and was nervous during his treatment) after coming home he acts strange; he won't leave my side (he invades my personal space and that makes me anxious) he usually follows me around the house,but not like that (its like he's obsessed) and when I let him know that he needs to leave me alone,he's tail goes between his legs and he looks tense. (again he usually doesn't react like that)

What happened to him and how can I bring him back to normal.

Your answer is appreciated!

-Daria

Answer
Well since I wasn't there I don't know what happened to him Daria. What does your husband say? Wasn't he there with the dog?

Maybe they sprayed him with some flea and tick killer and it scared him. Did they put a Preventic collar on him? If they did I would suggest removing it and putting it a plastic bag. Wash your hands after taking it off.

Sometimes these collars can make a dog have side effects such as nervousness, anxiety etc. Usually they make them lethargic but everyone reacts differently.

So it's really hard to say what happened, but I would call the vet if I were you or ask your husband what they treated him with.

I would say that an aspirin usually settles them down but don't give him one if he was treated with something at the vets.

So call the answering service of the vets and have them page the vet so you can ask him what was used on him.

That is the best thing I can tell you. Have some patience with him- he is a young dog and is looking for you for comfort. Dogs have no concept of 'personal space' except with another dog.

Give him some attention then have him lay down somewhere and stay. Call the vet.

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PLEASE READ BEFORE SUBMITTING TO ME: I am NOT a vet and do NOT diagnose diseases. That is only for a licensed Veterinarian to do. I will give you suggestions and steer you toward calling your vet for help. You can call the vet's office and talk to the technician there or the vet at times. Don't be afraid to call them! If you have a serious issue with your pet please post it to one of the veterinarians in here- I will tell you the same thing in my answer. IF your pet is injured or in an emergency situation, CALL YOUR VET- Do not wait and post in here. Just call the vet's office and get them in to see the vet right away. Critical treatment time is lost if you seek answers here when you should have your precious pet at the vets!! Don't sit at home waiting for an answer when your pet is critically ill or injured!! I can answer most questions about small animal and wildlife care as well as small animal nutrition. I can also answer questions about all phases of dental care for small animals. I DO NOT answer questions about birds (unless it is wildlife or songbirds) or HAMSTERS/GERBILS/CHINS/GUINEA PIGS/REPTILES/FROGS/RABBITS/PET BIRDS OF ANY KIND so please submit these questions to the appropriate sections. I, as well as other experts in here, do NOT do homework questions- that is for YOU to do! Please respect these rules for all of us. Thanks!

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I have over 35 years experience in the field of veterinary medicine. I specialized in small animals and did wildlife rehab for over 25 years, mostly raptors, squirrels and opossums. I am a Small Animal Nutritional Consultant with 6 certificates from Hills Pet Foods, CNM and Purina. I also specialized in Small Animal Dentistry which is a field I truly love.

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Licensed with California and Oregon, RVT and CVT. Certified Veterinary Dental Technician Have over 500 logged hours of Continuing Education Credits(that means I keep up to date!).

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