Welcome to the Baker Institute for Animal Health’s Companion Animal Health Resource Center for important health information and updates designed for the pet owner on topics of medical interest.

These articles are provided to help you better understand the most common infectious diseases and conditions affecting canines and felines, including information on diagnostics, vaccines and treatment options, so that you can be better informed when consulting your veterinarian. Your own veterinarian is, of course, your best source for information.

  List of Diseases & Conditions
Articles on different conditions.
  Introduction to Vaccines
A forerunner in canine research, the Baker Institute has been involved in the development of almost every vaccine for the prevention of infectious disease in dogs— [+]
  A Brief Virology Tutorial
Viruses are responsible for a host of serious infectious diseases in dogs and cats. To learn more about viruses and how they can infect your pet, click here. [+]
  Useful Terms
Helpful vocabulary list.
  To Learn More...
Other availible resources.
  Viruses
  Bacteria & Parasites
  Other Conditions
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Section Updated 9 May 2004 (Created 20 Aug 2003)

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Disclaimer: The information on this website is intended for educational purposes only and does
not replace the medical advice and treatment received from your veterinarian or pet care provider.