Is Babesia dangerous for dogs? What are the signs and symptoms?

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Can b.gibsoni and b.cannis be life threatening if it happens again? What are the signs of b.gibsoni ? Also what are the signs of low platelets? Low platelets can lead to color change of testicles? Also when should we go for blood parasite test again if it once came positive with b.gibsoni. Pet's info: Dog | German Shepherd | Male | unneutered | 2 years and 7 months old

Rodrigo Roca, DVM · Accepted Answer

Hello, Babesia can indeed be life threatening as it can cause severe anemia and sickness. Babesia is a parasite that affects red blood cells and it is transmitted through tick, particularly the Ixodes tick. Once infected, dogs may elicit a severe inflammatory response that can lead to other changed in the blood which includes low platelets. Not all dogs that are infected with Babesia become sick. Some dogs can harbor the parasite without showing any symptoms. Signs of infection can include having pale gums, severe lethargy, panting, vomiting, weakness, and fainting. Once your dog tested positive for the disease, your veterinarian may start medications to treat the Babesia. If Bruno is sick, he could need hospitalization and potentially a blood transfusion. Hope this helps and best of luck.

Is Babesia dangerous for dogs? What are the signs and symptoms?

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