Giardia and Companion Pets
Giardia is a common parasitic infection in companion dogs and cats living in multi-cat households. Contamination can occur directly or indirectly through contact with infected cysts that are shed in …
Infectious Diseases & Vaccines
Tularemia (Rabbit Fever) and Pets
Nine beavers were found dead over the last few weeks in Utah. Three were tested and found to be positive for a disease called tularemia (Rabbit Fever). “The bacteria that …
Leptospirosis in Animals and Public Health
Companion pet parents are likely to be confused as to whether their dogs should be vaccinated against leptospirosis. We think several issues add to the confusion in helping them to …
Leptospirosis in Dogs
Reports of cases of leptospirosis have increased recently across the United States. Consequently, we are hearing concerns from pet caregivers about whether they should or should not have their companion …
Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza Strain H5N1 and Companion Pets
At this point in time, there are as many unknowns as knowns regarding the currently circulating highly pathogenic avian influenza virus (HPAI) H5N1 strain. The unknowns have fostered much speculation. …
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Feline Vaccination Protocol by Dr. Jean Dodds
The following vaccine protocol is offered for those companion cats where minimal vaccinations are advisable or desirable. The schedule is one Dr. Jean Dodds recommends and should not be interpreted …
Canine Vaccination Protocol by Dr. Jean Dodds
The following vaccine protocol is offered for those companion dogs where minimal vaccinations are advisable or desirable. The schedule is one I recommend and should not be interpreted to mean …
Dr. Dodds Discusses the Mystery Illness in Dogs
Dr. Dodds and Hemopet have been monitoring the “Mystery Illness in Dogs” that has been appearing around North America. Thankfully, it appears to be waning at this point in time. …
Calicivirus in Cats: Symptoms and Vaccination
Feline calicivirus (FCV) is a highly contagious upper respiratory infection that is often found in facilities with multiple cats such as catteries, pet stores, and shelters. Vaccines against FCV exist …
Feline Herpesvirus-1 (FHV-1) in Kittens and Cats
Oftentimes, discussions surrounding infectious diseases swirl around the safety of the vaccines against them. Indeed, those are important discussions. However, factors such as: viral zoonoses; speed of viral transmission; viral …
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