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In the world of canines, many diseases and infections exist everywhere, even in the most sophisticated homes and yards. Diagnosing a dog disease comes from seeing the symptoms your dog may show and then having the necessary tests done to find the exact cause of the disease. The top canine diseases are canine viral hepatitis, [...]

The Truth About Canine Parvovirus

November 21st, 2011

Canine parvovirus is a highly infectious and deadly disease.  It can be spread to your dog when he comes direct or indirect contact with infected feces.  Puppies are usually affected because dogs older than four months are usually vaccinated.  So, what are some of the symptoms of this disease?SymptomsDogs with parvovirus begin to display symptoms [...]

Canine parvovirus or parvo is a very contagious virus that affects dogs. The disease is spreading from dog to dog directly or indirectly in contact with their feces. The most affected are the puppies rather than adult dogs. The virus can cause bloody diarrhea. In very young puppies it can infect the heart and lead [...]