A new case of the deadly dog disease Alabama Rot has been confirmed in Mullion (Cornwall) by Anderson Moores Veterinary Specialists. This is the sixth case to be confirmed in Cornwall since 2015, and the third case this year.

In total, the UK has now seen 189 confirmed cases across 39 counties since 2012, with 52 cases in 2018 and 14 in 2019.

This disease, also known as CRGV (cutaneous and renal glomerular vasculopathy), is still very rare, so vets are advising dog owners to remain calm but vigilant, and seek advice from their local vet if their dog develops unexplained skin lesions.

Any concerned owners can find advice and a map of confirmed case in the UK at www.vets4pets.com/stop-alabama-rot/