What Dog Owners Need to Know About

CANINE leptospirosis...

Leptospirosis (lepto for short) is a growing concern for dog owners throughout the United States, including cities, suburbs and rural areas. Veterinarians in nearly every state are diagnosing more cases every year, so the need to protect dogs vet_click_hereis on the rise.

This site is designed to provide you information on lepto and what you can do to prevent disease in your dog.

About
Lepto Disease
Prevention

Is Your Dog

AT RISK?

Because lepto carriers reside in many locations, dogs living in urban, suburban and rural areas can be at risk.

  • Does your dog go outdoors?
  • Does your dog drink from or wade in standing water?
  • Is your dog exposed to areas where wildlife has been?
  • Do you take your dog to dog parks or day care?
  • Do you live in a newly developed area, or near farmland or woods?
  • Has lepto been diagnosed in your area in dogs or people?

If you answered yes to any of these questions, your dog may be at risk for lepto. Talk to your veterinarian.

Browse our site to learn more about preventing lepto in your dog and talk to your veterinarian.

Lepto has been diagnosed in all types of dogs. All breeds and sizes of dogs are at risk.
Dogs can get sick even if they never come into direct contact with infected animals.
Most dogs that venture outdoors are at risk for lepto.