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It was in the year 2004 that the incidence of canine influenza was reported for the first time ever. The causal agent was found to be various forms of Influenza virus A such as equine influenza virus H3N8. The infection arrested racing greyhounds of Florida, resulting in hemorrhagic pneumonia and fatality. More...
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Canine Influenza Symptoms
Dogs are one of the most lovable and commonly chosen pets. Once the animal is brought home, the responsibility of the pet’s health is the most vital issue. As in the case of small children, pets also have to be nurtured with extreme love and care. One of the most recent variants of influenza in dogs is canine influenza.
Since its initial identification in Florida in the year 2004, the disease is spreading throughout the United States at a rather fast pace. In the year 2005, canine influenza was traced in pet dogs. The infection is also observed to spread rapidly amongst dogs kept in restricted locations like kennels, pet stores, animal shelters and also vet clinics. Fortunately, the disease is not known to have any influence on the human race.More...
Canine Influenza Vaccine
Canine influenza, commonly referred to as ‘dog flu’ was identified for the first time in 2003 in the United States. The infection is highly communicable and almost any canine exposed to the virus is susceptible to contract the disease as the immune system of canines is not equipped to combat this virus. Since the virus has been recently discovered, therefore, the only animals safe from the disease are those who have already suffered from the same.
The first ever vaccine developed for canine influenza is Nobivac® Canine Flu H3N8. This vaccination is believed to condense the duration of the sickness and decrease the intensity of the infection as well. However, it does not offer any guarantees to prevent the occurrence of the disease altogether. More...
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