Piroplasmosis or Babesiosis

Where?

Europe,Southern USA, Asia, Japan, Africa, Central and Southern America

Seasons

It will occur at the time of the year that ticks are active

Humans

Parasites appear to be host-specific, in this case dog-specific

What is it?

It's a protozoal disease transmitted by tick bite

How?

The parasites live and reproduce into red blood cells causing their massive destruction and anemia

Incubation

From 2 to 4 weeks

Signs

The most visible signs are: depression due to high fever and anemia, dark brown urine. 
There are peracute, acute and chronic cases

Treatment

Tip: rush to your vet! A quick evolution is often the rule

Protocol

Imidocarb, Diminazene diaceturate, and other drugs are used

Prevention

Vaccination is available although it isn't fully protective against the disease