Owners should be aware of Alabama rot symptoms, urge vets

John Fishwick, President of the British Veterinary Association, said:

“Dog owners in areas where Alabama Rot has been detected will understandably feel anxious about the reported cases, but the risk is low with only a small proportion of dogs in these areas having been affected. 

“Owners should make sure they are aware of the signs and symptoms, such as skin sores on the limb extremities, and contact their local vet immediately if they have any concerns.

"We are pleased the Anderson Moores practice has taken the lead in collating and mapping these cases. Veterinary surveillance is vitally important in tracking and monitoring new and emerging diseases. The government currently collects data on disease trends in livestock and this is an excellent example of the veterinary profession working to improve data collection on similar disease trends in small animals."