Foaming at the mouth is also a classic symptom. If you suspect your dog has rabies, take him to the vet immediately. If you are bitten by a rabid dog, see your physician promptly for treatment. Leptospirosis Leptospirosis is a bacterial disease of dogs as well as humans. Both forms are easily transmitted from animal to human.
Leptospirosis affects the kidneys and liver.
Dogs will have a jaundiced look to their skin. Thankfully, there is a vaccination to protect your dog and should be given when your veterinarian recommends. Infectious Canine Hepatitis Canine Hepatitis is a viral disease and is spread by direct contact of nasal discharge, saliva or urine of an infected dog. Hepatitis has Distemper-like symptoms. Listlessness, vomiting, inflamed nostrils, and discharge from the nose are all symptoms of both diseases.