Sydney veterinarian warns of infectious and deadly leptospirosis in Collaroy – The Australian

A Sydney veterinarian has reported a case of a dangerous and infectious disease which can be fatal for dogs, warning pet owners to be vigilant with vaccinations.
Bacterial infection leptospirosis, which can lead to fatal liver and kidney failure, was reported in a dog at the Collaroy Plateau Veterinary Hospital on Sydney’s northern beaches on Thursday.
The veterinarian facility said in a Facebook post the case was particularly alarming because the dog had no history of travelling outside the area.
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