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Veterinarians say fears about 'mystery' dog illness may be overblown. Here's why

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Veterinarians say fears about 'mystery' dog illness may be overblown. Here's why

Reports of an "outbreak" of some as yet unidentified canine respiratory illness are scaring dog owners. But veterinarians and researchers aren't panicking.

Veterinarians say fears about 'mystery' dog illness may be overblown. Here's why

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