If you have a new puppy or are preparing for one, your world is full of exciting firsts. One of the most important (and potentially overwhelming) of these is your puppy’s first vet visit. But there’s ...

All dogs, from puppyhood through adulthood, should be vaccinated appropriately with the DHPP vaccine. The DHPP vaccine protects against a number of severe viral illnesses in dogs, including distemper, ...

Canine parvovirus is a contagious virus that spreads by dogs coming into contact with infected feces. Parvovirus (parvo) is very stable and difficult to kill as the virus can live for years on many ...

Kennel cough is a contagious disease in dogs characterized by a persistent cough of several days. It is very contagious between dogs, which means it can spread easily in shelter environments or in ...

Emily Oliver is a certified veterinary technician (CVT) who spent over 10 years in a mixed animal practice, working with cats, dogs, equines, and farm animals. Interests include surgery and anesthesia ...