15/08/2025
雨季小心鉤端螺旋體,Lepto 4疫苗守護愛犬健康!
Beware of Leptospirosis in the Rainy Season, Lepto 4 Vaccine Protects Your Dog’s Health
香港的雨季主要集中在五月至九月,期間暴雨頻繁,天氣多變。極端天氣不僅讓狗狗外出活動變得困難,即使天氣放晴,家長仍需保持高度警惕。因為在雨季期間,鉤端螺旋體病菌會隨著積水和雨水流動,隱藏於草叢和草地、城市道路及鄉村地區的環境中。這種病菌對狗狗健康構成嚴重威脅,若不幸感染,狗狗可能在發病後數日內迅速惡化,甚至死亡。為了牠們的健康,家長絕對不能掉以輕心,應採取積極的預防措施。
鉤端螺旋體是一種由細菌引起的疾病,可通過狗狗接觸受污染的水源、土壤或環境而傳播。雨季的積水和潮濕環境為病菌提供了理想的滋生條件,尤其在公園、草地或低窪地區,狗狗在嬉戲或散步時容易暴露於風險。感染鉤端螺旋體的狗狗可能出現發燒、食慾不振、嘔吐、腹瀉,甚至腎臟或肝臟衰竭等嚴重症狀。若不及時治療,後果不堪設想。因此,家長在雨季應格外注意,避免讓狗狗接觸不明水源,並在散步後徹底清潔牠們的爪部和身體。
為有效保護狗狗免受鉤端螺旋體的侵害,疫苗接種是最重要的預防方法之一。本診所現正提供Lepto 4四型血清型疫苗注射。這種疫苗針對四種常見的鉤端螺旋體血清型,能顯著降低狗狗感染的風險,為牠們提供全面的保護。接種後,狗狗的免疫系統將更有效地抵禦病菌,即使在雨季外出活動,家長也能更安心。接種疫苗不僅是對狗狗的健康負責,也是對其他寵物和社區安全的保障。如想了解更多疫苗資訊及接種安排,請與我們聯繫,我們很樂意為大家服務。
Hong Kong’s rainy season spans from May to September, with frequent heavy rain and unpredictable weather. Extreme weather not only makes it difficult for dogs to go outside, but even when the weather clears, pet owners must remain vigilant. During the rainy season, leptospirosis bacteria can spread through floodwater and rainwater, lurking in grass, urban streets, and rural areas. This bacterium poses a serious threat to dogs’ health, and if infected, dogs may deteriorate rapidly within days of onset, potentially leading to death. For their well-being, owners must not let their guard down and should take proactive preventive measures.
Leptospirosis is a bacterial disease that spreads through contact with contaminated water, soil, or environments. The rainy season’s puddles and damp conditions create ideal breeding grounds for the bacteria, particularly in parks, grassy areas, or low-lying regions, where dogs are at risk during play or walks. Infected dogs may show symptoms such as fever, loss of appetite, vomiting, diarrhea, or even severe kidney or liver failure. Without timely treatment, the consequences can be dire. Therefore, owners should take extra care during the rainy season, avoiding contact with unknown water sources and thoroughly cleaning their dogs’ paws and bodies after walks.
To effectively protect dogs from leptospirosis, vaccination is one of the most critical preventive measures. Our clinic is currently offering will Lepto 4 vaccine, which targets four common leptospirosis serotypes, significantly reducing the risk of infection and providing comprehensive protection. After vaccination, dogs’ immune systems can better combat the bacteria, giving owners peace of mind during outdoor activities in the rainy season. Vaccinating your dog is not only a responsibility to their health but also contributes to the safety of other pets and the community. For more information or to schedule an appointment, please contact us. We’re happy to assist.
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