Scientists Confirm Chicago Dog Flu Is New Strain from Asia
The near-epidemic canine flu that has sickened more than 1,000 dogs in the Chicago area — and resulted in the death of five dogs — is not H3N8, as originally thought.
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Illinois Tornado Victim’s Missing Dog Reunited with Family
After the deadly tornado struck Fairdale, a white German Shepherd belonging to one of the victims disappeared. Then a utility worker saw what he thought was a white shadow in a field.
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Near-Epidemic Dog Flu Spreads from Chicago to Wisconsin
Thousands of dogs in Chicago have been sickened by the highly contagious H3N8 canine flu virus. This week a dog in Madison, Wisc., about 150 miles from Chicago, was diagnosed with H3N8.
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Stolen Yorkie Flags Down RSPCA Van for Help
“I have had plenty of people wave me down for help, but I have never actually been flagged down by a dog in need of rescue before,” said RSPCA inspector Stephanie Law.
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Help the ASPCA ‘Get Tough’ on Dog Fighting
In honor of National Dog Fighting Awareness Day, the ASPCA launched the “Get Tough” campaign, asking animal lovers to advocate for stronger laws and harsher sentences for those who fight dogs.
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