Canine influenza virus (CIV).Canine influenza serotypes H3N8 and H3N2 have been documented in North America. Infections tend to occur as multi-centric outbreaks; therefore, routine use of influenza vaccines is not currently recommended by the AAHA. Rather a patient's individual risk should be dete...
What is the DAPP vaccine? The DAPP vaccine is a combination vaccine that protects dogs from four highly contagious and potentially fatal diseases—Distemper, Adenovirus (aka Hepatitis), Parainfluenza, and Parvovirus. While not legally required in the U.S., the DAPP vaccine is considered an essen...
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Core vaccines for cats: feline viral rhinotracheitis, calicivirus, panleukopenia, rabies The decision to give non-core vaccines like Bordetella, canine parainfluenza, canine influenza, Lyme, andleptospirosis(dogs) or feline leukemia virus (cats) is based on a pet’s age, health, and lifestyle....
Distemper Vaccine Distemperis another dog disease to prepare for. It’s considered one of the major conditions to avoid, which is why it’s one of the core dog vaccines. In spite of this, you may not really know what distemper is since it is less dramatic than rabies. ...
In the last decade many studies have been performed on the virulence of Newcastle disease virus (NDV). This is mainly due to the development of reverse genetics systems which made it possible to genetically modify NDV and to investigate the contribution
Annual vet visits are important in maintaining your pet's health for years to come. Learn here what an annual check-up may cost so you can budget before your n…
What is titre testing for dogs? A titre test isa blood test that can show whether your pet has antibodies for a particular illness. Titre testing can be used to determine the effectiveness of a vaccine or the presence of any natural immunity towards disease. ...
Rabies virus is passed onto dogs, puppies, or other animals through a bite from an infected animal, attacking the nervous system until the animal succumbs to the disease. Puppies should receive their first rabies vaccination by 12 weeks of age. Canine Influenza: Although adult dogs suffering ...