What type of adenovirus is canine infectious hepatitis?

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Canine infectious hepatitis is caused by canine adenovirus type 1 (CAV-1). 🦠

This virus targets the liver and can also affect other organs like the kidneys and eyes. It’s distinct from canine adenovirus type 2 (CAV-2), which is more associated with respiratory infections and is often used in vaccines because it’s safer but still provides cross-protection against CAV-1.

So, in short: CAV-1 is the virus responsible for hepatitis in dogs, and CAV-2 is the one used to help prevent it.