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Canine Distemper

Published in October 9th, 2009

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Canine distemper is a contagious, incurable, often fatal, multi-systemic viral disease that affects the respiratory, gastrointestinal, and central nervous systems. It is caused by the canine distemper virus (CDV - a paramyxovirus similar to that which causes human measles.) The canine distemper virus is transmitted through the air, when infected animals cough, as well through […]

Are Veterinarians Over-vaccinating?

Published in July 26th, 2009

Posted by pcw in Dog Worms, Dog Distemper, Dog Care

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Are veterinarians really over vaccinating? Recently, claims of a class action lawsuit surfaced accusing veterinarians of vaccinating pets that don’t need it.
The Law Firm of Childress Duffy Goldblatt, Ltd. of Chicago, Illinois, is investigating the pursuit of a class action lawsuit arising from the misrepresentation of the need for pet vaccinations. The investigation claims that […]

Is it really an epidemic? H3N8 Dog Influenza virus (Dog flu)

Published in July 25th, 2009

Posted by pcw in Dog Distemper, Dog Care

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The H3N8 Dog Influenza Virus is rearing its ugly head again as it did in 2004 when it first appeared. The first occurrences were in Florida at the Greyhound racetracks. These dogs contracted a virus that later became known as the “Dog Flu”. This virus has been around and has actually been confirmed in 30 […]

First drug approved for canine influenza virus. What is canine influenza?

Published in July 24th, 2009

Posted by pcw in Dog Distemper, Dog Care

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WASHINGTON, June 23, 2009–The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) today announced that it has issued a conditional license to Intervet/Schering-Plough Animal Health for a canine influenza virus vaccine.
Canine influenza is a virus that causes respiratory illness in dogs. Other viruses that can cause canine infectious respiratory disease in dogs are Canine Herpesvirus, Parainfluenza, […]

Caring For Your New Puppy

Published in May 30th, 2009

Posted by pcw in Dog Crate Training, Dog Crates & Beds, Dog Potty Training, Dog Distemper, Dog Worms, Dog Ear Infection, Dog Fleas Ticks, Dog Breed, Dog Training, Dog Accessories, Dog Care, Dog Dental Care, Dog Food

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Caring for your new puppy can be challenging. Before you bring your puppy home, make sure you have already taken care of some very important things.
Make sure you have checked the house and yard for hazards.Hide electrical cords behind furniture.
Pick up anything you don’t want eaten.
Hide cleaning products,pesticides,insecticides,anti-freeze, and rat and snail baits.
Check to make […]

Canine Distemper in Dogs

Published in May 25th, 2009

Posted by pcw in Dog Distemper, Dog Care

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I am sure we all want to protect our pets from disease and one common disease, called Canine Distemper is a worldwide problem and young puppies, in particular are the most susceptible and the most likely to die from the disease.
It is possible for humans to have a sub-clinical CDV infection although anyone who has […]

Distemper in Dogs - Home Detection Tips

Published in May 24th, 2009

Posted by pcw in Dog Distemper, Dog Care

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Distemper: Spotting This Dog Killer Before it’s Too Late
Canine distemper is a devastating disease. It often crops up in seemingly healthy pets without any warning. What’s more, distemper often mimics benign problems, like the common cold. This is truly the most insidious aspect of this illness. Sadly, many cases progress to the point where they […]

Distemper - The Basics

Published in May 23rd, 2009

Posted by pcw in Dog Distemper, Dog Care

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Canine distemper is popularly referred to as a disease in dogs that is extremely communicable. Its vector is a virus that goes by the name paramyxovirus. It causes the disease by attacking three important body systems of the dog: These are the nervous, respiratory and gastrointestinal system. Canine distemper is not necessarily seen in dogs […]

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