Leptosporosis

Recently I saw an article from a local vetenary clinic regarding Leptosporosis. It said that leptosporosis is a worldwide disease seen in many animals. It is caused by the bacteria Leptospira Interrogans. There are many strains of Leptospira with the most common ones being part of the distemper vaccine your dog receives. Leptosporosis can cause severe debilitating disease to your pet. The bacteria is mainly found in areas of standing water. It is also contagious to the human population with the most common infections coming in people who are involved with water activities or spend time in the outdoors.

This is one of the many reasons to have your dog vaccinated every year. It is expensive, especially if you have a large dog or multiple dogs (since the medicines cost go by weight of the dog) but it is worth it not to have your dog catch a disease like Leptosporosis and spread it to you or your family.