Lyme Disease Vaccinations in Brooklyn, NY
Your dog’s favorite romp through Prospect Park shouldn’t come with hidden risks. In rare cases, a single infected tick bite can lead to significant illness and costly care. That’s why proactive Lyme disease vaccination, combined with tick prevention, is a smart way to protect your dog’s health.
Ticks aren’t only an “upstate” concern. Several tick species have been found within New York City, and some have tested positive for germs that cause Lyme disease. Exposure risk varies by neighborhood and travel habits, so we tailor prevention, no one-size-fits-all schedules.
Why Trust the Vet Set?
- We use low-stress, fear-free handling
- Experienced veterinarians who regularly diagnose and manage tick-borne disease
- Easy scheduling with online booking and weekday appointments
What Is Canine Lyme Disease?
Canine Lyme disease is caused by Borrelia burgdorferi and spread by the bite of an infected blacklegged tick (Ixodes scapularis). In general, the tick must be attached for more than 24 hours, often 36–48 hours before transmission occurs. Prompt removal lowers risk.
Key points at a glance:
- Early signs: shifting or intermittent lameness, mild fever, tiredness, and enlarged lymph nodes can occur.
- Advanced disease: chronic joint inflammation, and less commonly kidney involvement (Lyme nephritis) or neurologic/cardiac complications.
- Diagnosis: screening blood tests that detect antibodies, with follow-up testing and a urinalysis to assess kidney health when indicated.
Why Prevention Matters
Treatment can require weeks of antibiotics and follow-up care. The best protection is layered: vaccination for dogs at risk, year-round tick preventives, and routine tick checks after outdoor time.
The bottom line: understanding how Lyme spreads and when your dog is at risk, helps us build the right prevention plan together.
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Is the Lyme Vaccine Right for Your Dog?
Lyme vaccination is risk-based. We consider your dog’s lifestyle, travel to or from higher-risk areas, and overall health, then decide together.
- Who Benefits Most
- Dogs that frequent parks/green spaces or travel to endemic areas (e.g., parts of the Northern Bronx, Staten Island, etc).
- Households where pets regularly visit wooded/brushy areas or have outdoor adventures.
- Dogs with access to wooded/brushy habitat in or outside NYC.
- Age & Health Considerations
- Puppies: start the series around 12 weeks of age for at-risk dogs.
- Healthy adults: ideal when exposure risk is present; timing the series before anticipated exposure/travel is best.
- Special cases: dogs with immune-mediated or chronic conditions—we’ll individualize the plan and discuss risk–benefit.
Quick Decision Checklist
- Yes: Regular outdoor time or travel to endemic areas; no prior severe reactions.
- Maybe: Occasional outdoor exposure; we’ll assess lifestyle/travel plans and choose accordingly.
- Consult: History of severe vaccine reaction or immune-mediated disease, individualized plan.
Our Lyme Vaccination Service at The Vet Set
We make Lyme vaccination straightforward and low-stress, book online, visit our Carroll Gardens clinic, and we’ll take care of the rest.
Pre-visit Checklist
- Bring any past vaccine and medical records (lab results if you have them)
- Note any recent tick exposure or health changes to discuss with your veterinarian
- Arrive a few minutes early for check-in
What to Expect at Your Visit
- Warm welcome and brief check-in with our team
- Lifestyle and medical history review to assess Lyme exposure risk
- Vaccine administration with gentle, low-stress handling
- A brief observation period and at-home guidance
- Schedule the second dose (2–4 weeks later) and set a reminder for annual revaccination if risk continues
- We’ll help you book the next appointment before you leave, or you can book online anytime
Transparent Pricing
- Each vaccine is $69
- Initial Lyme series is two vaccines (2–4 weeks apart); $69 per vaccine
What to Bring
- Your dog’s leash and favorite treats
- Any prior vaccine and medical records (lab results if you have them)
Book Your Dog’s Lyme Vaccine Appointment with Ease
Whether your dog is overdue for a booster or you’re not sure where to start, we make it simple. At The Vet Set, you can book online, give us a quick call, or stop by to schedule whatever fits your day. We’ll work around your schedule, not the other way around.
Need to bundle a wellness exam, heartworm test, or refill prevention while you’re here? No problem. We’ll also send friendly reminders so you don’t have to keep track of dates or paperwork. Just tell us what your dog needs, and we’ll take it from there.
We look forward to helping your dog live a happy, healthy life - free of Lyme disease worries. Have questions or ready to schedule? Book online or call (917) 909-1733.