Canine Leishmaniosis in Europe
The above is a map of where Leishmania is prevalent. If you are taking your pet to any of these “hotspots” you should seriously consider leishmania vaccination and sandfly control.
CaniLeish®
How to use the vaccine
- Use of a rapid serological diagnostic test is recommended prior to vaccination in animals who have previously been at risk of exposure to the Leishmania parasite.
- If this test is negative, you can start the vaccination course.
- Primary vaccination course: three subcutaneous doses.
- First dose can be administered from six months of age.
- Second and third doses are administered at three-week intervals.
- Then, only one re-vaccination per year is necessary.
Puppy vaccination
Adult dog vaccination (starting after an annual DHP(Pi)L booster)
Practical tips:
- Bring the vaccine close to body temperature by warming it in the hand.
- Massage the injection site lightly after administration.
- Separate the time of vaccination with CaniLeish® from all other vaccines by at least two weeks.
More information can be found in the Leishma News 2012 edition or alternatively at www.virbac.co.uk