Lepto has similar signs in people and animals. Fever, lethargy, jaundice, etc.
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Subject: Protecting Pups: A Shelter Vet's Guide to Common Infectious Diseases in Dogs: February 2025 in Maddie's Monthly Foster Connection
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Thanks Dr. Wooten! Sharing questions we didn't have time to get to.
What are signs of leptospirosis in people?
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Sent: 01-28-2025 04:28 AM
From: Kelly Duer
Subject: Protecting Pups: A Shelter Vet's Guide to Common Infectious Diseases in Dogs: February 2025 in Maddie's Monthly Foster Connection
On Thursday, February 6, 2025, join Maddie's® Monthly Foster Connection at 12pm PT/3pm ET. Dr. Rachael Wooten, Medical Director at One Tail at a Time, will be discussing the essentials of common infectious diseases in dogs.
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Webcast Description:
This presentation equips foster caregivers and adopters with essential knowledge about common infectious diseases in dogs, with a focus on practical tips for prevention and management. Covering topics like parasites, distemper, parvo, leptospirosis, canine infectious respiratory disease complex, rabies, heartworm, and tick-borne diseases, attendees will learn what each disease is, how it spreads, and whether it poses a risk to humans. We'll discuss key signs to watch for, the severity and prognosis of each disease, and steps to prevent infection in pets and their human families.
Dr. Rachael Wooten, a passionate shelter medicine veterinarian with seven years of experience, proudly represents her Black and Puerto Rican heritage. She earned her DVM from Tuskegee University (2017) and after graduation she completed a shelter medicine specialty internship at the University of Illinois CVM. Currently serves as the Medical Director at One Tail at a Time Animal Rescue in Chicago, and has recently completed a Shelter Medicine Fellowship through UW-Madison and UC-Davis.
Dr. Wooten actively advocates for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion within the veterinary community. Her commitment to fostering an inclusive environment is underscored by her completion of the CARE REDI certificate and serving on multiple DEI boards, further enriching her ability to make a meaningful impact in the field of animal welfare.
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Kelly Duer
Senior Shelter Solutions Specialist
Maddie's Fund
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