Babesiosis

Babesiosis, or dog malaria, is now an increasingly common disease in Germany
Tick-borne infectious disease in dogs that lead to severe disease progression up to
can lead to death.

Originally found more in the Mediterranean region, the
Babesiosis has also become increasingly widespread in Germany in recent years.Various
Tick species can carry the parasites and pass them on to your dog through a bite.
Since ticks are active even at very low temperatures, infection with babesiosis or
other tick-borne diseases are possible even at colder temperatures.
However, effective tick protection all year round is a good way to protect your dog against this.
Babesias are unicellular blood parasites, which include the red
Your dog's blood cells settle, multiply in them and then destroy them. Des
In addition, other blood cells, such as thrombocytes (blood platelets), are also affected
pulled. This can lead to anemia and coagulation disorders.

Common symptoms of an acute infection include fever, weakness, anemia, jaundice, and dark red
or orange urine. The sick dogs often need intensive care and a hospital stay
may be necessary.

Unfortunately, there is no vaccination against babesiosis, so year-round tick prophylaxis is the
best protection.

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