Can My Dog Get Coronavirus?

Interesting article from Yahoo Lifestyle during this confusing time: As Americans across the country continue to practice social distancing and choose to self-quarantine in the wake of the coronavirus outbreak, many are wondering: how will my pet be affected? Yahoo Lifestyle sat down with…

New strain of canine distemper virus arrives in North America

I found this article on the Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine web site. I doubt anyone in the club is currently affected. However, I thought it might be a good idea to post a link to the article that you can pass on…

H3N2 dog flu confirmed in Florida: 5 things to know

The University of Florida is treating several dogs for a strain of canine influenza not yet seen in Florida. UF vets treating a dozen dogs for H3N2 canine influenza 1st time H3N2 dog flu has been found in Florida 1st showed up in the…

The best treatment approach to canine influenza is effective prevention.

http://www.doginfluenza.com/Owners/Prevention.asp Vaccines against canine influenza are available Prevention of CIV Infection Diseases caused by viruses, such as canine influenza, are best prevented by effective vaccination. An effective and safe canine influenza vaccine is available. Nobivac® Canine Flu H3N8 has been shown to control the…

Canine Influenza H3N2 Updates

ABOUT THE VIRUS Influenza A virus can cause infection in many mammalian and avian species and exists in multiple subtypes. CIV was first identified as a factor in canine respiratory disease in 2004. This virus is a genetic variant of the H3N8 equine influenza…

H3N2 influenza: how to protect your dog

An outbreak of canine influenza in the Chicago, Illinois area that began earlier this year has since spread to neighboring states, and the Baker Institute is working to understand the outbreak and share information with owners, veterinarians and breeders. Director Dr. Colin Parrish describes some…

Canine Influenza: Pet Owners’ Guide

Canine influenza (CI, or dog flu) is caused by the canine influenza virus (CIV), an influenza A virus. It is highly contagious and easily spread from infected dogs to other dogs by direct contact, nasal secretions (through barking, coughing or sneezing), contaminated objects (kennel surfaces, food…