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Lyme Disease Testing for Horses
Early tick testing for horses, barns, and equestrian environments
Designed for how barns actually operate. For equestrians, time outdoors is part of daily life. Horses, riders, and staff are regularly in environments where tick exposure can occur. With the right tools, you can stay informed and keep care consistent.
Lyme Disease Testing for Horses
Early tick testing for horses, barns, and equestrian environments
Designed for how barns actually operate. For equestrians, time outdoors is part of daily life. Horses, riders, and staff are regularly in environments where tick exposure can occur. With the right tools, you can stay informed and keep care consistent.
LymeAlert provides on-the-spot answers in under 30 minutes,
supporting thoughtful care for your horses.
Why test the tick
Daily routines already include careful checks and grooming.
Horses may pick up multiple ticks during turnout.
Without testing, it’s not possible to confirm if these ticks have the pathogen that causes Lyme disease (Borrelia burgdorferi).
Undiagnosed Lyme disease can affect joint health and mobility, directly impacting performance.
Maintaining peak condition requires fast, informed decisions.
Preventive treatments are often part of standard care and can lead to antibiotic resistance.
How to use LymeAlert in your routine
Start with the basics
Check horses regularly, especially after turnout, trail rides, training, or time in wooded and grassy areas.
Ticks can hide beneath the mane, tail, girth area, legs, chest, and around the ears. Run your hands slowly over your horse’s body and inspect carefully after outdoor exposure.
If you find a tick, follow the steps below.
I have a LymeAlert kit
Perform regular tick checks after turnout.
Collect ticks during grooming and place them in the LymeAlert Tick Crusher™.
Test the tick right away (follow instructions).
Note when and where the bite occurred.
Set time and read results.
Use results to understand potential exposure.
Download the LymeAlert app to receive definitive results, hotspot mapping, and connection to telehealth.
Use results to guide next steps with your equine veterinarian.
I DON’T HAVE A LYMEALERT KIT
Perform regular tick checks after turnout.
Remove the tick carefully using fine-tipped tweezers and place it in a sealed container.
Save the tick in case you want to test it later.
Note when and where the bite occurred.
Stay aware of changes in the horse’s behavior, such as energy levels, movement, or appetite.
Contact your equine veterinarian if you notice changes or want guidance after a tick is found.
Consider at-home tick testing with LymeAlert for earlier clarity and to support next steps.
“LymeAlert is pioneering early-detection technology for Lyme disease, designed to bring faster diagnosis and hope to millions affected by tick-borne illness worldwide.”
— Warrior Rising
Clarity, Control, and Confidence
LymeAlert helps you quickly check whether a tick may carry the pathogen that causes Lyme disease, so you have a clearer sense of what to do next.
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Quick results support informed decision-making in the critical 72-hour window after tick bites.
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Testing up to five ticks at once improves efficiency.
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Avoid unnecessary antibiotic use when risk is low.
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Adds a data-informed layer to daily barn protocols.
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Quick results support informed decision-making in the critical 72-hour window after tick bites.
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Testing up to five ticks at once improves efficiency.
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Avoid unnecessary antibiotic use when risk is low.
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Adds a data-informed layer to daily barn protocols.
Designed for performance and peace of mind
In equestrian environments, consistency and attention to detail matter. LymeAlert gives you quick answers from the tick itself, so you can care for your horses with confidence and keep them performing at their best.
From pasture to competition, early awareness makes the difference.
FAQ
How accurate is the test?
The test offers lab-level accuracy.
What does the test detect?
The test detects Borrelia burgdorferi, the pathogen that causes Lyme disease.
How many ticks can I test with one kit?
Each kit can test up to 5 ticks.
Does the tick need to be alive to test it?
No, the tick does not need to be alive.
How long does it take to get results?
Results are available in under 15 minutes and must be read before 30 minutes.
What should I do after I get my results?
Consult your medical or veterinary care provider to determine next steps.
When does the test kit expire?
Each sealed kit remains fully effective for up to 12 months.
Who is the test kit for?
The test is for anyone who finds a tick on themselves, a pet, or an animal. It tests the tick rather than testing the person or animal.
How do I remove a tick?
Use a sharp-tipped tweezer or specialized tick removal tool and grab the tick as close to the skin as possible. Apply gentle pressure as you pull straight up, and eventually the tick will release. Doing this too quickly can rip off the head and leave it retained under the skin.
What should I do after removing a tick?
Immediately clean the bite site with either soap and warm water or an alcohol wipe if available. You may want to mark the site with a pen to keep an eye on it. The tick is a valuable source of data. LymeAlert’s home tick testing kit allows you to test a tick at home and have results in 15 minutes. If you do not have a LymeAlert test kit immediately available, you can place the tick in a sealed plastic bag and place it into your freezer until you have a test kit available.