Common Diseases In Deer

by Jenn Smith August 12, 2019

Deer are the number one carriers of ticks in the United States and are prone to Lyme Disease and other vector diseases. In addition, they are known for spreading Chronic Wasting Disease from animal to animal, affecting domestic deer herds. But, these diseases are just two of many more that fall on deer. Here are common deer diseases:

Screwworm and Other Parasites
Hemorrhagic Disease
Bovine Tuberculosis
Brain Abscesses
Screwworm and Other Parasites
Fibromatosis

Research suggests that humans will not be affected by the diseases; however, like Mad Cow Disease, deer hunters should take caution before eating deer meat and will need to test cervid herds for CWD among other common diseases in deer.

Blog post shared from Deerbusters.com.