Getting a new puppy can be overwhelming. There is so much to know and to remember. Among those is learning about puppy vaccinations and what they do to protect your puppy. One of the first vaccinations your puppy will receive is the DHPP, which is the vaccine for four different diseases. Here, we will review ...
Canine parvovirus, also known as CPV-2 or parvo, is a highly contagious viral infection that can be lethal to dogs. It first appeared in the late ’70’s, probably a mutation of the feline distemper virus. Dogs had no natural immunity to the virus and vaccines were not yet available. Many dogs succumbed to the virus ...
Parvovirus is a viral disease that is found in humans, dogs, cats, and other animals. In dogs, it is called canine parvovirus and is potentially deadly. Parvovirus is the most common viral illness found in dogs. The virus centers in the intestinal lining because it likes to grow in rapidly dividing cells, and the intestinal ...
Many of us wonder if our dogs get too many vaccines over the years. Some vaccines are now being given every third year instead of annually. Most of us trust our vets to make the right decisions, but it is up to us as pet owners to be informed before we give consent. The core ...
It is important to start a healthy track record for your new addition to the family upon arriving at the permanent home of residence. Upon adopting your canine, please remember to get certification of all vaccination records from your breeder or attendant at your adoption location. Depending on the age of the canine, some puppies ...
Canine parvovirus is a pathogen that causes the disease Parvo in dogs. There is more then one strain but they are all very similar so are most often lumped together. It is a highly contagious and highly dangerous disease for dogs. Signs and Symptoms The first symptoms of Parvo are a loss of appetite, lethargy, ...
Parvovirus is one of the most common viral infections that a dog can contract, and easily one of the most deadly. Attacking the digestive system of both puppies and adult dogs alike, this virus prevents the infected host from absorbing life-sustaining nutrients and liquids, and can attack the muscles of the heart. Sadly, while vaccinations ...
Feline distemper or feline panleukopenia is a viral infection that affects cats. This potentially serious disease is caused by feline parvovirus. This virus is capable of surviving in the environment. It remains highly transmittable for more than a year. Although feline parvovirus is comparative to canine parvovirus, it is not associated with canine distemper. Recognize ...
The Grey Wolves were first listed as an endangered specie on March 11, 1967. But thanks to Yellowstone National Park and other refugees for the wolves, they were taken off the endangered list in 2004. The thought of wolves, usually scare people. Yet, wolves are actually scared of us. They will do their best to ...
