The dog parvo virus is probably the most common viral illness of dogs at the moment. The virus is extremely small (the Latin word for small is “parvo”) - just a few grams of stool can contain millions of virus particles. The dog parvo virus has been known and identifiable since the late 70’s and can be transmitted by direct or indirect contact with vomit or diarrhea from an infected dog.
Canine separation anxiety is a common problem affecting dogs. It should be treated else before it gets worst…
What do you think is the role of your Great Dane in your life? Is he one among your many possessions that you can get rid of anytime you want? Or do you consider him as part of your family? Dogs, regardless of breed, are now commonly regarded as part of the family. They are loved, cared and pampered just like a mother to her children. There is really nothing wrong about it. In fact, these creatures deserve to be loved, cared and pampered after all the happiness and companionship they offer you. However, too much of these things aren’t good anymore when problems arise. Probably some might wonder how problems could arise because of too much love and all the good things a dog really wants.
Help your dog survive distemper…
Canine distemper is a contagious disease affecting large number of animal species, including your Labrador Retriever. This viral disease caused by canine distemper virus (CDV) affects the respiratory, gastrointestinal and central nervous system. Non-immunized puppies three to six months old are susceptible to this disease and are more likely to die from it. However, non-immunized older dogs can also contract distemper.
The virus is spread by infected dogs through bodily secretions and excretions, more particularly respiratory secretions. It is an airborne disease transmitted through cough or sneeze. It then invades the lymphatic tissue until it reaches the blood, then spreads to the lungs, intestine, bladder and even to the nervous system.