Leishmaniasis is a serious disease transmitted by mosquitoes, very prevalent in Spain. Protect your dog with the LetiFend vaccine — available at Interzoo Viriato.
Leishmaniasis affects dogs throughout Spain — especially in urban areas of Madrid.
The Leishmania infantum parasite is transmitted by the sandfly, a mosquito active at dusk especially in summer and autumn.
Without treatment, the disease damages the immune system, kidneys, liver and skin. It can be fatal in advanced stages.
The Community of Madrid has high prevalence. Dogs that go to parks or green areas have real exposure risk.
LetiFend is the only European-authorised vaccine against canine leishmaniasis. It reduces infection risk by over 70%.
The dog must test negative for a serological test before being vaccinated. We handle everything in the same visit.
The vaccine is given once a year, ideally in spring, before peak mosquito season.
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It is a parasitic disease caused by Leishmania infantum, transmitted by the sandfly bite. It can cause serious damage to vital organs if not treated in time.
Yes. Madrid has high leishmaniasis prevalence. Any dog that goes to parks, gardens or green areas has real exposure risk, especially between May and November.
Before vaccinating, it is mandatory to check that the dog is not already infected. We do a quick blood test in clinic — result in 15 minutes. If negative, we vaccinate in the same visit.
Ideally spring (March-May), before mosquitoes become active. Though it can be given at any time of year if the dog is not infected.
No vaccine guarantees 100%, but LetiFend reduces risk by over 70% and if infection occurs, the disease is much milder. Combined with an antiparasitic collar, protection is very high.
Most dogs tolerate the vaccine perfectly. Some may show mild inflammation at the injection site or slight fatigue on the first day — this is normal and disappears quickly.
Do not wait for mosquito season to arrive. Book now and we handle everything in a single visit. Special offer available this season.