by Dr. Laura Monahan | Sep 24, 2023 | Pet Care, Pet Safety
With the return of wet weather in the fall, the risk of leptospirosis increases for our dog patients. What is leptospirosis? Leptospirosis is a zoonotic disease, meaning it can be transmitted between animals and humans. This bacterial disease can affect dogs, humans,...
by Dr. Laura Monahan | Jan 26, 2021 | Pet Care
Heavy rainfall means it’s leptospirosis season in the Seattle area! What is Leptospirosis? Leptospirosis is a family of bacteria that thrive in wet climates. Wild animals, particularly rodents, can shed leptospirosis in their urine, contaminating puddles and wet...
