Leptospirosis

Leptospirosis Danger for Traveling Dogs--Vaccinate Before You Go Overseas

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Monday, July 17, 2023
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TAMPA, Fla., July 17, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Leptospirosis is emerging around the world. If your dog is infected it can cause kidney damage, liver failure and even death. Prevention is easy, according to Walter M. Woolf, VMD, veterinarian founder of Air Animal Pet Movers. Vaccination with a booster 14 days later prevents Leptospirosis and protects dogs for 12 months.

Key Points: 
  • Vaccination with a booster 14 days later prevents Leptospirosis and protects dogs for 12 months.
  • TAMPA, Fla., July 17, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Leptospirosis is emerging around the world.
  • "Before traveling overseas with a dog, pet parents should direct their veterinarian to give the leptospirosis vaccine," said Woolf.
  • If your veterinarian is reluctant, show them the links to the American Veterinary Medical Association leptospirosis information below," Woolf said.

Puerto Rico Implements New Pet Entry Rules--Effective Immediately

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Tuesday, May 30, 2023
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TAMPA, Fla., May 30, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Effective May 1, 2023, Puerto Rico has implemented several significant changes to its pet import rules. Pet parents should carefully review the new rules because they apply to all dogs and cats. Pet parents will be charged to return dogs and cats to the U.S. that have not met regulations, advised Air Animal Pet Movers®.

Key Points: 
  • TAMPA, Fla., May 30, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Effective May 1, 2023, Puerto Rico has implemented several significant changes to its pet import rules.
  • Pet parents will be charged to return dogs and cats to the U.S. that have not met regulations, advised Air Animal Pet Movers®.
  • Air Animal Pet Movers has updated its Puerto Rico Resource page on airanimal.com to assist pet parents.
  • Air Animal Pet Movers specializes in dealing with the details of transporting dogs or cats between the United States and Puerto Rico.

LexaGene’s MiQLab System Generates Leptospira Results in as Soon as 30 minutes using Isothermal Chemistry

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Wednesday, August 24, 2022
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Dr. Jack Regan, LexaGenes Founder and CEO stated, Today, we are excited to announce that our innovative, MiQLab System has the capabilities to use isothermal chemistry.

Key Points: 
  • Dr. Jack Regan, LexaGenes Founder and CEO stated, Today, we are excited to announce that our innovative, MiQLab System has the capabilities to use isothermal chemistry.
  • The MiQLab System can now successfully detect Leptospira DNA in as little as 30 minutes when processing urine spiked with Leptospira genetic material.
  • The MiQLab System has the capabilities to detect these troublesome bacteria in as soon as 30 minutes without needing to culture.
  • At this time, we are aiming to have positive results available in as soon as 30 minutes, whereas negative results might not be available for 40+ minutes.

Elanco Survey Finds Many Pets Live Unprotected Against Preventable Diseases

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Tuesday, July 12, 2022
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Amidst a surge of pet adoptions, a new survey released by Elanco finds many pets are insufficiently protected against common diseases like Lyme and leptospirosis.

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  • Amidst a surge of pet adoptions, a new survey released by Elanco finds many pets are insufficiently protected against common diseases like Lyme and leptospirosis.
  • At Elanco, we believe vaccinated pets are the happiest pets.
  • Pets and parents share a unique and loving bond and our goal is to make sure pets live longer, healthier lives.
  • ASPCA Pandemic Pet Ownership Survey Memo, May 2021
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EcoClear Products Partners With the Pest Management Association of Texas

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Tuesday, March 29, 2022
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With pest infestations a serious issue nationwide, EcoClear Products , a company dedicated to providing 100% safe alternatives to harmful rodenticides and insecticides, announces it has expanded its partnership with the National Pest Management Association to its Texas division to help more businesses with this serious issue.

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  • With pest infestations a serious issue nationwide, EcoClear Products , a company dedicated to providing 100% safe alternatives to harmful rodenticides and insecticides, announces it has expanded its partnership with the National Pest Management Association to its Texas division to help more businesses with this serious issue.
  • Through this new partnership,EcoClear Products will leverage its offerings with the Texas Pest Management Association to help control the increasing rodent population.
  • "At EcoClear Products, we're passionate about providing consumers and professionals with alternatives to harmful rodenticides and insecticides to address this problem,"said Christopher Stidd, founder of EcoClear Products.
  • EcoClear Products is dedicated to innovating effective pest and rodent control products that are safe for use around people, pets, livestock, and wildlife.

The Rat Pack: Former Top Five Cities Remain Leaders on Orkin's 2021 Rattiest Cities List

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Thursday, October 21, 2021
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Thanks to their human neighbors being back in houses and apartments, food and water sources have been replenished for rodents.

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  • Thanks to their human neighbors being back in houses and apartments, food and water sources have been replenished for rodents.
  • As the U.S. population faces a "new normal," managing an influx in rodent populations and activity in major cities across the country should remain a top concern.
  • With more time spent around the home than ever before, residents should pay extra attention to the attractants that entice rats and mice .
  • The good news is, while a surging world-wide pandemic feels largely out of control, a rat infestation is manageable and preventable.

New "Pet Disease Alerts" Meets Critical Need to Alert Veterinarians, Pet Owners about Infectious Disease Outbreaks Threatening Health of Pets and People

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Thursday, June 18, 2020
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"Because highly infectious diseases like Leptospirosis can spread rapidly, it's essential for veterinarians and dog owners to have timely, local information about diagnosed cases.

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  • "Because highly infectious diseases like Leptospirosis can spread rapidly, it's essential for veterinarians and dog owners to have timely, local information about diagnosed cases.
  • Pet Disease Alerts is the first and only service to directly communicate current, positive leptospirosis cases in every county across the United States," said Dr. Chris Carpenter, DVM and CEO of Pet Disease Alerts.
  • "With the immediacy of a text or email alert, the new service enables veterinarians and pet owners to proactively protect pets and their families."
  • Pet Disease Alerts is a public charity focused on alerting pet owners to the threat of pet diseases in their local areas.

Leptospirosis Spike Threatens Area Pets: NJ Veterinary Hospital Issues Warning

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Tuesday, October 23, 2018
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ROBBINSVILLE, N.J., Oct. 23, 2018 /PRNewswire/ --NorthStar VETS veterinary emergency and specialty veterinary hospital in New Jersey is issuing a warning to people in the area with pets.

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  • ROBBINSVILLE, N.J., Oct. 23, 2018 /PRNewswire/ --NorthStar VETS veterinary emergency and specialty veterinary hospital in New Jersey is issuing a warning to people in the area with pets.
  • Over the past several months, there has been a marked increase in the number of Leptospirosis cases treated at the hospital and at other veterinary hospitals in the NJ/NY/PA areas.
  • If you have a pet that has Leptospirosis, please contact your health care provider and inform them.
  • Signs and symptoms of Leptospirosis: