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  • Leptospirosis Vaccine For Dogs

Leptospirosis (lepto) is caused by bacteria. There are various strains of lepto and this disease is zoonotic (can be transferred to humans). The human form of lepto is known as Weil’s disease, it can be fatal for both dogs and people. Leptospirosis is spread by infected dogs, mice, rats and cows. Dogs usually become infected by drinking, swimming, or walking through water that is contaminated with urine from an infected animal.

Don’t be too alarmed,at Cherrydown Vets we have your dog covered with a simple vaccination which is also included in our pet health for life plan. You can spread the cost and save by paying monthly. Click here to find out more about our pet health for life plan.

Leptospirosis FAQs

What is leptospirosis in dogs?

Leptospirosis (often shortened to lepto), is a bacterial disease that causes serious illness by damaging vital organs. Lepto bacteria can spread in urine, and can enter the body through the mouth, nose or wounds. Lepto mainly causes damage to the liver and kidneys and can be life threatening.

A simple vaccination programme can cover your dog from lepto which is also covered by our preventative health plan, you can spread the cost and save by paying monthly. Click here to find out more about our pet health for life plan.

What are the leptospirosis symptoms in dogs?

Symptoms of lepto vary, but can include:

  • fever
  • jaundice (yellow gums and eyes)
  • muscle pain
  • limping
  • weakness
  • collapse
  • inappetence
  • increase thirst
  • vomiting
  • diarrhoea
  • bleeding from the mouth and eyes
  • difficulty breathing.

How long is a dog contagious with leptospirosis?

After starting treatment with us in Essex, a dog may continue to pass lepto bacteria for up to six weeks.

Animals with Leptospirosis must be treated in an isolation unit with us in Essex as it can spread to other pets and the veterinary team.

Cherrydown Vets Surgeries

Basildon

The Paddock
53 Cherrydown West
Basildon
Essex
SS16 5AW

Tel: 01268 533636
Fax: 01268 533253

Stanford Le Hope

12 King Street
Stanford Le Hope
Essex
SS17 0HL


Tel:  01375 642419 or 01268 533636 

Wickford

31 London Road
Wickford
Essex
SS12 0AW


Tel: 01268 765244 or 01268 533636