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Transmission Lepto Signs Precautions

SIGNS

Signs of Leptospirosis

Signs in dogs
Some dogs never display any signs of illness. Others may suffer from a lack of energy and show signs of depression. Some may display any or all of the following signs:
  • Lack of interest in eating
  • Vomiting
  • Abdominal pain
  • Fever
  • Jaundice (yellowish color in the mouth or gums)
  • Changes in urination patterns or frequency
A recently published retrospective study3 showed that just over 18% of dogs admitted to a university with renal pathology had undiagnosed leptospirosis. If the disease is not treated, some dogs become very ill and can even die. Lepto kills up to 1 in 5 clinically infected dogs.2 Even if the dog recovers, long-term consequences can include reduced kidney or liver function.

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THE BEST PREVENTION


Lepto is largely vaccine preventable. Most vaccines have 4 serovars to fight against today's most common serovars.

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CASE STUDIES


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