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Alabama Rot: 10 Cases in 2024 - Causes, Symptoms and Treatment

The UK has recorded 10 confirmed cases of Alabama rot in 2024, a rare but potentially fatal disease affecting dogs. Dog experts at Kennel Store explained that the condition, also known as CRGV, damages blood vessels in the skin and kidneys and can cause ulcers and kidney failure if untreated.

Alabama Rot: 10 Cases in 2024 - Causes, Symptoms and Treatment
Jenny Prowse

Jenny Prowse

Date
February 29, 2024
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2024 has already seen 10 confirmed cases of Alabama rot in the UK, which can cause ulcers, kidney failure and even fatal if left untreated.

Dog experts Kennel Store have explained what causes Alabama rot, what the signs and symptoms are and the dangers if dogs are affected. Please see below for more:

"Alabama rot, also known as CRGV (cutaneous and renal glomerular vasculopathy), is a very rare but potentially life-threatening disease that blocks and damages the blood vessels in a dog's skin and kidneys."

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