Dogs in Cagayan de Oro contract leptospirosis too
CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY, Philippines—The city veterinarian’s office is vaccinating dogs against leptospirosis after 15 canines were found to have contracted the potentially deadly ailment in the aftermath of the December 17 floods here.
Nine of the infected animals have died, veterinarian Lucian Anthony Acac said.
The city health office conducted a similar vaccination campaign for humans after nearly 200 people were found to have contracted the ailment, caused by the leptospira bacteria, which can be found in the feces and urine of rats and other animals and thrive in floodwaters.
The bacteria enter the human body through breaks in the skin, or wounds, that come in contact with contaminated water. Death is caused by massive organ failure.
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