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CIV fact sheet: First identified in racing greyhounds in Jan ’04, next identified in a pet population in Spring ’05, 100% of exposed dogs will become infected, about 80% of infected dogs show signs of disease, 20% of infected dogs will not show clincical signs and can become asymptomatic sources of infection for other dogs, fatal in fewer than 8% of cases, infected dogs can spread the virus for 7-10 days after onset of clinical signs, sign include purulent nasal dishcarge, cough, and a low-grade to high fever.

The CIV vaccine can reduce the incidence and severity of lung lesions, as well as the duration of coughing and viral shedding. The vaccine may not completely prevent disease.

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