Nobivac Lepto 1 – proven to inhibit renal shedding Nobivac Lepto 1 contains inactivated Leptospira Icterohaemorrhagiae to provide protection against canine Leptospirosis caused by Leptospira Copenhagenii. Nobivac Lepto 1 is a liquid vaccine that can be used for reconstitution of freeze-dried Nobivac canine vaccines. This allows vaccination for up to 6 different infectious diseases in one injection (eg. Nobivac DHPPi + Lepto 1). Leptospirosis in an important disease in the dog due to its zoonotic potential for humans. Leptospirosis can be acute and potentially fatal in dogs, but the majority of cases are chronic or subclinical. However, in many cases the immune system is unable to clear the infection completely and persistently infected dogs can harbour the bacteria in their kidneys. This results in shedding of the bacteria in the urine. Infected dogs can shed Leptospira in this way for months or even years, and it this renal carrier state that poses a major zoonotic risk to humans. Nobivac Lepto 1 inhibits renal shedding to reduce the risk of zoonotic spread. In New Zealand, the most important serovar of Leptospira in dogs is Copenhageni. This type of leptospire is found in the brown rat and is reported as the cause of canine Leptospirosis in several areas in the North and South Islands. Dogs living in these areas of disease risk are recommended to have regular vaccinations against Leptospirosis and any dogs travelling into these areas should also be vaccinated. Talk to your local vet about your dog’s lifestyle and an appropriate Nobivac vaccination programme. Available only under Veterinary Authorisation. ACVM Registration No. A7832. | 