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A note before you start: This article is written from a clinical-practice perspective, drawing on published guidelines (including the ABCD feline respiratory guidelines) and real-world experience in small-animal veterinary settings. The goal is not to sell you on a product — it’s to be honest about what FHV diagnosis looks like at the point of […]

Canine distemper virus (CDV) remains one of the most significant infectious disease threats to dog populations worldwide. In regions with strong vaccination programs, the disease is relatively uncommon — but in large parts of the world, it is alarmingly prevalent. Studies consistently report CDV exposure rates of 30–80% in unvaccinated dog populations, with active outbreaks […]

Most dog owners assume that once the distemper vaccine series is complete, their pet is permanently protected. And in the vast majority of cases, that assumption holds true. But “vast majority” is not “always.” Veterinarians occasionally encounter dogs that have received every scheduled dose yet still develop clinical canine distemper — a scenario that can […]

No — canine distemper virus (CDV) and rabies are completely different diseases, caused by unrelated viruses with different transmission routes, clinical outcomes, and public health implications. Yet in parts of Asia, Africa, and Latin America where rabies remains endemic, any dog showing neurological signs — seizures, disorientation, excessive drooling — triggers immediate fear among owners […]

Canine distemper virus (CDV) is one of the most deceptive diseases in veterinary medicine. Its three-phase progression — respiratory, then gastrointestinal, then neurological — mimics several other common canine illnesses, from parvovirus and adenovirus to canine influenza and even rabies. For veterinarians and pet owners alike, this clinical overlap creates a diagnostic maze. One cough […]

What Lessons Have We Learned From African Swine Fever Prevention? African Swine Fever (ASF) is a highly lethal viral disease caused by a DNA virus, leading to significant economic losses in the global swine industry. The virus spreads through contaminated feed, transport equipment, and wild boars, and its resilience in the environment poses major control […]

Wild birds in Australia are recognized as important natural reservoirs of avian influenza, particularly waterfowl species. While most detected strains tend to be low pathogenic, Australia remains a critical node in the global avian influenza network. Strengthened surveillance and epidemiological studies are essential to identify potential risks and prevent cross-transmission between poultry and wild birds. […]

When High-Path H7 Hit a Tennessee Poultry Farm In March 2017, a commercial poultry operation in Lincoln County, Tennessee, became ground zero for one of the most significant highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) events in the southeastern United States. The culprit? A high-pathogenicity H7N9 avian influenza virus — not the Asian lineage that dominated headlines […]

What Are the Giardia Infection Risks for Dogs in Urban Parks? As urban parks become central to pet activity, they also emerge as hotspots for Giardia spp. transmission among dogs. Dogs can easily become infected through contaminated water, soil, or fecal contact with other pets. Moist, crowded, and poorly maintained park areas further elevate this […]

Pseudorabies Virus (PRV), also known as Aujeszky’s disease virus, is a herpesvirus that primarily affects pigs but can also infect cattle, dogs, cats, and other mammals. The virus causes severe economic losses in the swine industry due to reproductive failures, neurological symptoms, and high mortality rates. According to the World Organisation for Animal Health (WOAH), […]