
09/24/2025
In just the past couple of months, we’ve had two dogs test positive for leptospirosis — a serious bacterial infection that can affect both dogs and people.
Lepto spreads through the urine of infected wildlife, and dogs can be exposed just by licking contaminated soil or water. Even dogs that don’t leave their yard can be at risk. Because it’s zoonotic, it’s also a concern for people.
Buddy needed a week of hospitalization with IV fluids, and even after discharge, his family continued treatments at home while taking precautions to protect themselves. Thankfully, he’s doing well now and recently celebrated his 12th birthday with his family.
The best protection is prevention. If your dog isn’t up to date on their leptospirosis vaccine, call us today to schedule.