Canine herpesvirus (CHV) is a widespread viral infection, similar to the herpes virus found in other mammals such as ourselves. Canine herpesvirus has an extremely high prevalence (particularly in Europe), with rough estimates putting the total number of infected dogs anywhere between 40-90%! The virus lies dormant in the nerve cells of an infected dog for the majority of its …
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Is My Dog Pregnant?: The Signs and Symptoms of Canine Pregnancy
There comes a time when many-a-worried dog owner may have to ask, “Is my dog pregnant?”. You might think the answer is a simple yes or no, but unlike humans, it can be difficult to gauge whether a dog is pregnant until the final few days of the pregnancy! Typically, canine gestation is around 60-63 days long, beginning on the …
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Bringing puppies into this world is always a huge decision and should not be taken lightly. If you are considering breeding your dog, please make sure that all of the proper health testing is conducted before your dog is pregnant, and have your dog checked over thoroughly by a vet before the breeding takes place. Females should absolutely not be …
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