Canine Parvovirus: A New Pathogen

This book presents a comprehensive review of a new and virulent virus of the canine family, canine parvovirus (CPV). Transmission of CPV in domestic and sylvatic canines, disease syndroms and the development of prophylactic vaccines are covered. The possible origins of CPV from closely related parvoviruses are discussed. A hypothetical mechanism by which this variant may have arisen is offered. A concise chapter on the human parvovirus B19 deals with its ever increasing role in human disease.