Posts Tagged: leptospirosis by Our Blog What is Lepto and Why Should My Dog be Vaccinated? Leptospirosis is an unpredictable disease caused by leptospira bacteria. These bacteria hide out in wild animals, bodies of water, and soil. While lepto is more common in warm areas with lots of rainfall (like, ahem, Hawai’i!) it can pop up anywhere. Do you have feral cats that roam through your backyard? They almost certainly pee […] Read More