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Originally Posted by 4doggiemama  I was looking for information on leptospoiroisis and came across some interesting info: Humans can contract leptospirosis and any potentially infected animal should be handled very carefully to avoid human exposure.( Leptospirosis in Dogs) I did not not this. For those of you that do not know how it is contracted I found this out for myself since I didn't know either: Leptospirosis is transmitted between animals through contact with infected urine; venereal and placental transfer; bite wounds; or the ingestion of infected tissue. Crowding, as found in a kennel, can increase the spread of infection. Indirect transmission occurs through exposure of susceptible animals to contaminated water sources, food, or even bedding. Stagnant or slow moving water provides a suitable habitat for Leptospira. As a result, disease outbreaks often increase during periods of flooding. In dry areas infections are more common around water sources.( Leptospirosis in Dogs)
Just sharing what I found out.  ~Joanne~ |
This is what the vets at MSU told us. We debated on it, but were strongly advised to have the vaccines. I have MS which results in a compromised immune system, so in the end it became a no-brainer. Thankfully both dogs did not have any problems with their first shots. Toby will get his second one Tuesday, Lola will have hers 2 weeks later.