How toxoplasmosis spreads
Toxoplasmosis is caused by an infection that can infect most mammals, which means that it can infect dogs and owners at the same time.
Infection is spread through the feces (worm eggs) or undercooked meat (tissue cysts) of the infected host. After eating, these organisms invade the lining of the stomach and lower intestines, and quickly spread throughout the body.
In young animals or animals with compromised immune systems, it can be fatal if left untreated. Older animals with a good immune system usually do not need treatment because they can control the infection and often eliminate it completely.
Toxoplasmosis is an aggressive protozoan disease that affects humans and warm-blooded animals. It is widely spread around the world and can pose a threat to the health of pets and owners.
Symptoms of toxoplasmosis in dogs
Vomiting
diarrhea
fever
lose weight
Anorexia
Eye inflammation
Muscle weakness
Diagnosis of canine toxoplasmosis
If your pet eats raw meat, or has the habit of rummaging through the litter box. I can say that he is a high-risk group.
Veterinarians can diagnose toxoplasmosis through various laboratory tests, including samples of blood, stool, or spinal fluid. The above symptoms alone are not sufficient for a reliable diagnosis, so these laboratory tests are essential.
If your dog is a raw meat lover, at least cook the surface of the meat before serving it. And choose a raw meat brand with a good reputation
Treatment of canine toxoplasmosis
Sulfadiazine and pyrimethamine can be used to treat acute toxoplasmosis, which helps inhibit the active reproduction of parasites. Clindamycin is also strictly prescribed for use in dogs.
These drugs usually cannot completely clear the infection, so the animal’s own immune system should be supported to eliminate other diseases.
