Wildlife illnesses from Staupe virus and rinderpest pose a potential threat to domestic dogs and pets within the county.

In the city of São Leopoldo, a concerning rise in the distemper virus among wild animals and the parasitic disease mange in both wildlife and pets has been reported.

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The distemper virus, known for affecting various organs in dogs, can lead to severe symptoms including lethargy, loss of appetite, high fever, diarrhea, vomiting, lung infection, behaviour changes, tremors, paralysis, seizures, and more. Over 90% of otters, foxes, and martens examined in the district are currently infected with the virus.

Mange, a disease caused by mites of the genus Sarcoptes, is also on the rise. It poses a danger to dogs, particularly those that come into contact with infected wild animals. Mange in wild animals is characterized by pustules and scaling in the head area, which then spread over the entire body surface, leading to hair loss, scab formation, and crust formation due to intense itching.

To prevent the transmission of both the distemper virus and mange, dog owners are advised to keep their pets on a leash in the woods and avoid direct contact with wild animals. It is also crucial for pet owners, especially hunters, to check the vaccination status of their animals. The most important preventive measure for distemper virus in dogs is vaccination, which is considered a core vaccination by the Standing Committee on Veterinary Immunization.

A definitive determination of distemper virus in dogs can only be made in a laboratory. For more detailed information, pet owners are encouraged to visit the German Hunting Association's website.

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Stay informed and help protect both wildlife and your pets by staying vigilant and taking the necessary precautions.

Wildlife illnesses from Staupe virus and rinderpest pose a potential threat to domestic dogs and pets within the county.