Brucella canis

Crackdown on Brucella canis testing and management amidst spike in cases

Tighter testing and management for Brucella canis are being recommended by industry experts as cases continue to rise.  A new joint policy document, penned by four key veterinary groups, outlines the steps necessary to help contain the disease to stop it from spreading to dogs and humans.  These include: Improved awareness Individualised risk assessments for […]

Brucella canis on the rise in dogs in the UK

The UK has seen a significant increase in the number of reported cases of Brucella canis – a bacterium that causes canine brucellosis.  In this blog, we cover everything you need to know about Brucella canis as a practising vet, from risk factors to key symptoms and everything in between.  What are the main symptoms […]