Alabama Rot Warning.

[Thehooperman]

Stoke Sentinal is reporting that a case of Alabama rot has been reported in Cannock but don't know where it was contracted.

The vets4pets website states that there have been 4 reported cases since 2015 within a 20 mile radius of Stafford, the closest being Cannock recently and Stoke in March.

It looks like a really nasty disease so please look after those 4 legged friends.

The following is the advice on the Sentinal website.


How to avoid your dog getting Alabama Rot:
Although a lot of research is still taking place into Alabama Rot

Avoid taking your dogs for walks in muddy wooded areas – particularly after a period of heavy rainfall.

Wash your dog's paws and legs thoroughly when you get back from the walk.

 

[littleme]

I cant find the post now, but on Facebook this morning I read a post from a Penkridge vets that said it had treated 3 cases of Alabama Rot in the last few weeks & 1 other case at a local (stafford?) vets. I believe none of the animals survived very sad. If I can find it - I will post the link later.

 

[Gramaisc]

I cant find the post now, but on Facebook this morning I read a post from a Penkridge vets that said it had treated 3 cases of Alabama Rot in the last few weeks & 1 other case at a local (stafford?) vets. I believe none of the animals survived very sad. If I can find it - I will post the link later.

https://www.facebook.com/straitonve...111599367249/1734096936602035/?type=3&theater

Straitons said -

Another Update on CRGV (Alabama Rot)

As many of you will have read and heard we have had some suspected cases of Cutaneous and Renal Glomerular Vasculopathy (CRGV/Alabama Rot) and were awaiting lab confirmation.

We now have confirmation that one of our patients who has very sadly passed away is positive for the condition.

Jake's family have requested that we share his story with you to help raise awareness of the condition.

Jake was an adorable, lovable rescue dog that loved running with his owner and being with the family that had cared for him for 10 years. He developed skin lesions and quickly progressed to showing signs of vomiting and being unwell.

Despite starting treatment Jake passed away last week leaving his family, and us, heartbroken at his loss, particularly after looking bright, fit and healthy before his sudden deterioration.

We previously posted a link to some helpful advice about what we know of the disease (not a lot) and some steps that can be taken to try and limit it. We have included this link again below as well as a link to the Alabama rot research fund.

This disease can be devastating and sadly we don't know why dogs develop the condition. There has been suggestion that there is an environmental trigger however dogs have been diagnosed with the condition up and down the country so avoiding any one area is difficult to do. We do however suggest washing dogs legs and feet after walks in muddy, woodland areas.

If you are worried about skin lesions or any other symptoms in your dog please give the practice a call on 01785 712235.

http://www.arrf.co.uk/learn.html
https://www.andersonmoores.com/owner/CRGV.php

 

[littleme]

Still not the right obe, but nearer the story I read this morning....

https://m.facebook.com/story.php?st...11562&id=210027816561&ref=content_filter&_rdr

*note, for some reason I cant copy the text in the article.... its from Wombourne online facebook page.....

Text added by copying from the full Facebook (non-mobile) page.

To anyone who walks over Cannock Chase.

Just to let everyone know that Alabama Rot is in the area. Taken from Rugeley Rocks Page.

A local vet (Straitons Penkridge) has just told someone he has had three cases this week and none of the dogs survived for long. He advised washing their feet and any muddy areas following their walks ... to be on the safe side when walking on the Chase or in muddy areas.

https://www.bluecross.org.uk/pet-advice/alabama-rot

 

[Gramaisc]

https://www.facebook.com/DTVeterina...749224436731/1715156635195975/?type=3&theater