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Canine Parainfluenza Virus: Symptoms, Treatment, and Prevention
Canine parainfluenza is a highly contagious viral respiratory infection in dogs, causing coughing, nasal discharge, and fever much like a human cold. Most cases clear on their own in 3 to 7 days, but secondary infections can prolong the cough for weeks or even prove fatal.
Canine Coronavirus (CCoV): Symptoms, Treatment, and Prevention
Canine coronavirus is a highly contagious viral infection that causes acute gastroenteritis in dogs. It spreads through contact with contaminated saliva, feces, and food, and typically produces vomiting, diarrhea, and appetite loss. Most dogs recover within 7 to 10 days, but the infection is known to recur.
Does loose stool mean my dog has parvovirus?
Soft stool in dogs can stem from many causes—a chilled abdomen, a sudden diet change, parasites, indigestion, enteritis, or an infectious disease—so the real cause must be judged from the situation. While parvovirus does cause diarrhea, loose stool alone is not enough to diagnose it; parvovirus usually also brings reduced appetite, fever, vomiting, and foul-smelling stool. If you suspect it, have your dog tested with a PCR or antigen test, since a positive result confirms the infection.
My 2-month-old kitten has a cold, won’t eat, and is sneezing
Likely herpes or calicivirus. Get the kitten to a vet for fluids to avoid dehydration and low blood sugar, then test (CBC, PCR) before medicating. If a vet isn't immediately possible and there's no fever/eye discharge/mouth ulcers, a pet antibiotic (amoxi-clav, doxycycline) plus lysine, vitamin C, and protein may help.
What Is Canine Parvovirus?
Canine parvovirus (CPV) is a single-stranded DNA virus that hits unvaccinated dogs of any age; CPV-2 is the most virulent and a leading cause of severe puppy enteritis. It spreads by fecal-oral contact, resists the environment for months to years, and causes vomiting, bloody diarrhea, and dehydration. Vaccination is key.
What Is Canine Distemper?
Canine distemper is a deadly, highly contagious viral disease — and 'fully vaccinated' isn't the same as 'actually immune.' Knowing the signs and the three prevention pillars is what protects your dog.
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