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Leptospira canicola
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Univac 7 Canine DA2LPP Single Dose Vaccine Unlike the other prevalent infectious disease of dogs, which are viral, Lepto is a bacterial infection common to many species of mammals, including humans. Ordinarily the Lepto bacteria are shed in the urine of carrier animals, and infection occurs when susceptible dogs are exposed to that urine. Even dogs that recovered several months earlier from active Lepto can continue to act as carriers of the disease to unvaccinated dogs. It is possible for humans to be infected through contact with an infected dogs urine-strict hygiene is therefore essential when dealing with a proven case of Lepto. This includes careful washing of hands, use disposable food and water bowls, and household bleach disinfection of all surfaces that were in contact with urine, vomit, or stools.
The signs of the acute phase of Lepto may mimic those of both Distemper and Hepatitis: fatigue, loss of appetite, fever, tonsillitis, ocular or nasal discharge, vomiting, abdominal pain and muscular pain. The white portion of they eyes may become yellow, and in severe cases the gums may become yellow. With appropriate and aggressive antibiotics and supportive therapy, most dogs infected with Lepto bacteria will recover, but a prolonged period of convalescence may be required before returning to full health. Dogs should receive an annual booster for Lepto. |