31/01/2022
‼️ SERIOUS NEW DOG DISEASE IN QUEENSLAND 🛑
Tick-borne dog disease, Ehrlichiosis has recently infected a Queensland dog. With Biosecurity Queensland confirming that the Mt Isa dog had not travelled outside the state the dog is reported to have contracted this disease from a local tick population.
Ehrlichiosis can make dogs very sick and, without treatment, can result in death.
Dogs that are infected can expect to show a fever, look very tired, will refuse food and start to loose weight. Other tale tell sign of the disease include cloudy or red eyes, mucky eyes and nose, pale gums, swelling of limbs and bruising or bleeding under the skin.
Dog owners should have their dogs on regular tick prevention products and always check their dogs for ticks, paying close attention to their head, neck, ears, chest, toes and mouth.
If you think your dog has ehrlichiosis – speak to your vet, community Animal Management or Environmental Health Worker straight away.
For more information visit Biosecurity Queensland's website here: https://www.business.qld.gov.au/industries/farms-fishing-forestry/agriculture/livestock/animal-welfare/pests-diseases-disorders/canine-ehrlichiosis or call on 13 25 23.
Learn more about ehrlichiosis on our blog here: https://www.rspcaqld.org.au/blog/pet-care/what-is-ehrlichiosis-in-dogs
*photographed dog is not affected Queensland dog
