Endocarditis caused by Erysipelothrix rhusiopathiae in a dog
Hoenig, M.; Gillette, D.M.
Journal of the American Veterinary Medical Association 176(4): 326-327
1980
ISSN/ISBN: 0003-1488 PMID: 7358549 Document Number: 156885
Bacterial endocarditis was diagnosed in a 4-year-old male German Shorthaired Pointer with a 4-month history of shifting lameness and intermittent fever. The dog died in spite of treatment for progressive depression and dehydration. Blood cultures were positive for Erysipelothrix rhusiopathiae strain 7, which is known to be pathogenic for dogs. The clinical diagnosis was confirmed at PM examination.