Alabama Rot
We have been made aware of two potential cases (we have been unable to confirm these cases) of Alabama Rot in the Lambourn area. The number of confirmed cases reported across the the UK in any one year is extremely low. Thousands of dogs are walked in the countryside every day, and it's important to remember that only a very small number of dogs are ever affected.
Signs of Alabama Rot
The following are typical signs of Alabama rot:
- Skin sores, visible swelling, red patch or skin defects not caused by a known injury. These skin lesions typically appear below the knee or elbow, and occasionally on the face or at the bottom of the chest or abdomen.
- Changes in appetite - reduced appetite, drinking more, vomiting and lethargy are signs of acute kidney injury.
Remember, the majority of visible skin lesions will not be caused by Alabama rot disease, and most cases of kidney failure will be a result of another cause.
How to mitigate risk of Alabama Rot
We advise washing off all mud following a wet muddy walk, especially through woodland.
If you are worried and your dog is showing signs of Alabama Rot then talk to your vet immediately.
