One might think in a time when highly effective and safe vaccines for canine distemper virus are widely available this debilitating disease would be eradicated in the developed world. Sadly, that is not the case. In fact, canine distemper is still rampant in some areas of the United States. As such, this week’s post is … [Read more…]
Almost every dog parent has heard the term kennel cough before. Perhaps their dog went to daycare or was recently boarded. Perhaps their fur baby played with some new dogs at the dog park or visited a grooming facility. Then, their dog started to cough about a week later. So, they brought the pet to … [Read more…]
Vaccination is an integral component of preventive healthcare. This week I share updated information about the vaccines recommended for our canine companions by the American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA), as I believe all dog parents should know this information. I sincerely hope this blog post doesn’t deteriorate into a debate on the efficacy and safety … [Read more…]