Dog Flu
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Dog Flu

Canine influenza, or dog flu, is a respiratory disease caused by influenza viruses that are contagious to dogs.  There are two different influenza Type A virus strains that cause flu in dogs, H3N8 and H3N2. 

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Sarcoptic Mange
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Sarcoptic Mange

Sarcoptic mange, or “scabies”, is a contagious skin infestation caused by a microscopic, burrowing mite.  There are two types of mites that cause mange in dogs and they have different causes, concerns, and treatments.  

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Giardia
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Giardia

Giardia is a single-celled protozoan parasite that can live in the intestinal tract of humans and animals.  It can cause illness such as diarrhea, vomiting, and fever and infection is referred to as giardiasis.  However, many dogs infected with Giardia are subclinical and do not have diarrhea or any signs of infection.  

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