Listeriosis is an infectious, foodborn, but not contagious disease. It is caused by bacteria called Listeria monocytogenes that can be found in stale water, soil and poorly prepared food. The bacteria can live in the intestines of humans and animals for a long time without causing an infection.
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Even Tuberculosis is not as commonly spread as it was many years ago, there are still areas in which animals, and humans, can get infected.
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This virus is deadly in puppies and transmitted by the mother, during labor, or by other puppies from the same litter. Puppies die within 8 to 14 days after infection and experience abdominal pain, anorexia, and sometimes depression.
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The virus that causes Canine Distemper is closely related to the human measles virus. This disease is the most serious viral disease for dogs, all over the world.
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Corona is caused by a virus that attacks the small intestinal lining. A dog infected with this virus will experience lethargy, anorexia and sometimes depression.
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This is a bacterial infection that characteristically results in fever, depression and loss of appetite. Most animals experience extremely congested mucous membranes, if the liver is infected, jaundice can occur.
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A virus that attacks the gastrointestinal tract of puppies and dogs is called the canine parvovirus. It is spread worldwide. This serious disease is highly contagious, and can damage the heart muscle in young or unborn puppies.
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