Important Notice: Our web hosting provider recently started charging us for additional visits, which was unexpected. In response, we're seeking donations. Depending on the situation, we may explore different monetization options for our Community and Expert Contributors. It's crucial to provide more returns for their expertise and offer more Expert Validated Answers or AI Validated Answers. Learn more about our hosting issue here.

What is the prognosis for a dog diagnosed with babesiosis?

April 26, 2017babesiosis diagnosed dog dog disease dog health problems dog illness fetchdog Prognosis

0

Posted

What is the prognosis for a dog diagnosed with babesiosis?

1 Answer

0

Posted

The prognosis for a dog diagnosed with babesiosis is guarded. Owners should be aware that dogs that have survived babesiosis often remain subclinically infected. These dogs may suffer a relapse of disease in the future or may serve as a source for the further spread of disease in a given area. Dogs that have recovered from babesiosis should never be used as donors for blood transfusions because the recipients may develop the disease. Currently, an effective vaccine is not commercially available to protect dogs against babesiosis. Based on material written by Ernest Ward, DVM. and modified with permission from Lifelearn Inc. © Copyright 2005 Lifelearn Inc.