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How do dogs get leptospirosis?

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How do dogs get leptospirosis? The bacteria that cause leptospirosis are spread through the urine of infected animals and can survive in water or soil for weeks to months. People and animals can get infected through contact with contaminated urine, water or soil.


What are the chances of a dog getting leptospirosis?

Predicted probability of a positive microscopic agglutination test (MAT) result for canine leptospirosis in the continental USA. Predicted probabilities range from 0.023 to 0.371, indicating that approximately 1/3 dogs tested is expected to be positive for leptospirosis.

What are the early signs of leptospirosis in dogs?

The clinical signs of leptospirosis vary and are nonspecific. Sometimes pets do not have any symptoms. Common clinical signs have been reported in dogs.Fever.Vomiting.Abdominal pain.Diarrhea.Refusal to eat.Severe weakness and depression.Stiffness.Severe muscle pain.

Do dogs really need leptospirosis vaccine?

Any dog that regularly goes outside is potentially at risk of contracting this disease. While the leptospirosis vaccine is not currently a required immunization for dogs, it is highly recommended for any dog that commonly goes outside, even just to go to the bathroom in the backyard.

Can a dog survive leptospirosis?

Leptospirosis is responsive to antibiotics and complete recovery is possible, but some dogs that survive may be left with chronic kidney or liver disease. Some dogs may not survive if the infection has caused significant organ damage or severely affected the ability of blood to form clots.

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