My dog tested positive for Babesia but is active. Should I retest?

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Last yr in May dog came positive with babesia Gibsoni symptom shown was fever and lethargy then vet run a medicine course for month he become ok and active then in September I went for blood work again and it came positive again with babesia Gibsoni but there were no signs nothing he was and is still active so since September no blood work done now shall i go for blood work now to see babesia Gibsoni is still there or removed from body so what do you suggest should I go ? Can it lead to Anemia? Pet's info: Dog | German Shepherd | Male | 3 years and 2 months old

Destini R. Holloway, DVM · Accepted Answer

Babesia, just like all the other tick borne diseases, can show up positive on the snap test, because the snap test confirms exposure and not always current infection. As long as Danny's bloodwork does not show current low platelets or anemia, then he is likely free of infection. Just expect him to be positive on the screening test for a while, and monitor him for any recurring symptoms, which would indicate a repeat infection. The fact that he is clinically ok now, is a good sign that he is free from true infection. : ) I would also make a point to keep him on a tick/flea preventative to help protect him from future infections. Best wishes with your pet Danny moving forward! Take care.

My dog tested positive for Babesia but is active. Should I retest?

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