My rescue puppy had toxoplasmosis. Is reoccurrence a long-term risk?

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Hi, I recently applied to adopt a rescue puppy from south wales, From info given on the website, all the litter where having treatment for toxoplasmosis and all where very poorly, Below is a brief discription on what was entered as part of her info, ''10-01-20 Manaphy is a super active happy pup who came to rescue to be treated for toxoplasmosis. She has spent 5wks in foster receiving treatment and is now nearly ready to find a home of her own. There is a chance that she will be left with a rema. Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Small (up to 22lb) | Female | unspayed

Linda G, MS, DVM · Accepted Answer

Hello. There is always a possibility of reoccurrence since the organism can encyst in muscle tissue. This means the disease is never truly eliminated. Spaying her & trying to avoid any immunosuppressant medications like steroids will probably keep Hetty clinically normal for the rest of her life. Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach.

My rescue puppy had toxoplasmosis. Is reoccurrence a long-term risk?

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