Assistant Professor of Small Animal Internal Medicine Louisiana State University
Leptospirosis was previously considered a disease of hunting dogs, however, in recent years it has been increasingly found in the urban dog population. While leptospirosis is now considered a core vaccine, it is not 100% effective and leptospirosis still poses a risk to many dogs. In this talk we will discuss leptospirosis prevention measures in addition to vaccination, and how to interpret diagnostic tests in vaccinated and unvaccinated dogs. We will review common leptospirosis treatments and how to talk to owners about the risks to the household after a positive diagnosis.
