Originally posted by LDWP
That thing is a Tick! I've seen this happen before on Emergency Vets (Animal Planet ). Ticks can cause neurological(sp?) damage and temporary paralysis. I think you should take him to the vet if he starts having neorological problems, but for now then check him thoroughly for other ticks!
I watch that show too and I heard the same thing more than once. I'm glad Malone is going to be OK, I don't think I would have been able to take that picture though.