This disease is more commonly referred to as «Parvo» and is one of the leading causes of
viral infections in dogs.
Canine Parvovirus Type 2 (also called Parvo or CPV / CPV2) is a highly contagious
viral infection in dogs that attacks dividing cells and white blood cells, particularly those in the lining of the stomach.
Not exact matches
Wild Amur tigers
in Russia are falling victim to a
viral infection transmitted by stray
dogs.
This
viral disease is still devastating poor, rural regions mostly
in Africa and Asia that lack the means to vaccinate
dogs or provide treatment if
infection is suspected.
Viral infections Viral infections are a common cause of diarrhea
in dogs.
• Vaccinations are the best weapon against many
viral and bacterial
infections in pets • Millions of
dog & cat lives have been saved through vaccines.
Canine influenza, or more commonly known as «
dog flu,» is a contagious
viral infection that, unfortunately for you and your pups, has been showing up
in greater strength now
in Texas.
In one report, IMHA is observed in dogs with increased antibody titers to viral antigens, which seems to indicate that recent vaccinations or viral infections may be implicated in those case
In one report, IMHA is observed
in dogs with increased antibody titers to viral antigens, which seems to indicate that recent vaccinations or viral infections may be implicated in those case
in dogs with increased antibody titers to
viral antigens, which seems to indicate that recent vaccinations or
viral infections may be implicated
in those case
in those cases.
The
viral infection can spread quickly among social
dogs in dog daycares, boarding facilities, and
dog parks.
Different disorders of the gastrointestinal tract, including bacterial and
viral infections, parasitic infestations, nutritional or metabolic disorders like bloating, constipation etc., are considered to be the most common causes of anorexia
in dogs.
Viral shedding for H3N8 is short, typically lasting no more than one week following
infection; however
dogs infected with H3N2 have been shown to shed virus for up to 3 - 4 weeks Peak shedding of both strains occurs very early
in the course of
infection and can actually precede the development of clinical signs by a few days.
Bacterial or
viral infections can sometimes lead to pancreatitis
in dogs, as can certain drugs or toxins, contaminated food or water, diabetes and high - fat foods.
A
dog can pick up a
viral infection from contact with an infected
dog, secretions or simply being
in an environment where the virus is still living.
For example, diarrhea is one of the first symptoms seen
in parvovirus, a
viral infection that can cause life - threatening illness
in susceptible
dogs.
Distemper
in dogs is a
viral infection that is caused by a member of the Paramyxoviridae family of RNA viruses that are similar to the viruses that cause measles, bronchiolitis, and mumps
in man.
Hepatitis: is a highly contagious
viral infection that affects the liver, kidneys, spleen, lungs, and eyes
in dogs.
This includes cats
in renal failure,
dogs who have been hit by cars, animals with severe wounds or burns, and pets with
viral infections such as parvovirus or calicivirus.
Infectious Disease: Bacterial or
viral infections can contribute to the development of pancreatitis
in the
dog or cat.
Used to control the frequency and severity of seizures associated with epilepsy
in dogs Also used to control seizures associated with various
infections such as
viral encephalitis and distemper Rarely used
in cats What
dogs / cats should not take this medication?
For any affected
dogs treatment is symptomatic since this is a
viral infection, however bacterial co-
infection and pneumonia is possible and bloodwork and x-rays are recommended
in addition to the respiratory panel.
Dogs showing clinical signs for > 7 days should be tested for CIV by an antibody test as the virus itself is often undetectable
in later stages of illness, as is true for most respiratory
viral infections.
These conditions
in dogs are most commonly due to chewing cords, eating corrosive plants or materials, bacterial or
viral infections, immune processes, or allergies.
Canine influenza virus (CIV) is a
viral respiratory
infection found primarily
in dogs but which can also affect cats.
Corneal ulcers are common
in dogs with dry eyes, as a sequela to feline
viral respiratory
infections, or trauma.
Viral infections, such as adenovirus, distemper virus, and herpes virus
in dogs and calicivirus, feline leukaemia virus (FeLV), herpes virus, and panleukopenia virus
in cats
Diarrhea is a common problem
in puppies, and can range from a single mild episode to a severe symptom of a serious underlying condition.There are a number of causes of diarrhea
in very young
dogs including: Stress - Induced; Change
in diet; Ingestion of a foreign object; Parasites;
Viral infection.
The most important factors
in whether parvovirus
infection occurs seem to be the experience the
dog's immune system has had with the virus plus the number of
viral particles the host is exposed to.
The Merck Veterinary Manual states that, «The cause [of dilated cardiomyopathy
in dogs] is still unknown although
viral infection and resultant autoimmune reaction against the damaged myocardium are suspect....