Tick-Borne Fever

Tick-Borne Fever

Definition: tick-borne fever

tick-borne fever: An infectious disease transmitted by bites from ticks. In cattle, the disease causes loss of milk yield and a lower resistance to other diseases. In sheep, it causes fever, listlessness, and loss of weight. Abortions may occur as a result of tick-borne fever. Effective management and prevention of tick-borne fever are essential for maintaining livestock health and productivity.