Alabama Rot

A dog at the vets

Outbreak of Alabama Rot, a Flesh-Eating Disease in Dogs, Sweeps Across UK

Alabama rot is a disease that can sadly be fatal to dogs. With a recent spike in UK cases , veterinarian Dr Corinne Wigfall at Petsure shares her expert tips on how to prevent the disease. Plus, how you can spot symptoms quickly if you think your dog might have picked it up.

Dr Corinne Wigfall says, "Alabama rot causes clots to form in small blood vessels. It starts as skin lesions...

A dog at the vets

Alabama Rot - 10 Confirmed Cases In 2024 - Dog Expert Explains Cause, Symptoms, and Treatment

2024 has already seen 10 confirmed cases of Alabama rot in the UK, which can cause ulcers, kidney failure and can even be fatal if left untreated.

Dog experts Kennel Store have explained what causes Alabama rot, what the signs and symptoms are and the dangers if dogs are affected.

Alabama rot, also known as CRGV (cutaneous and renal glomerular vasculopathy), is a very rare...