11/06/2024
**Important update** Please see the attached post for updated recommendations on Leptospirosis vaccines.
π¨ Important Update: Leptospirosis Now a Core Vaccine for ALL Dogs
The 2022 AAHA Canine Vaccination Guidelines have been updated to classify the leptospirosis vaccine as CORE for all dogs starting at 12 weeks of age β regardless of lifestyle, location, or breed.
Why the change?
π ALL dogs are at riskβurban, suburban, and rural.
β οΈ Potentially fatal, even with treatment.
π Zoonoticβit can spread from pets to humans.
π’ Dogs in daycare and kennels also face exposure risks.
You can find the full update in the Nov/Dec issue of JAAHA, or check out the full 2022 Canine Vaccination Guidelines here: aaha.org/canine-vaccinations