Rabies is a horrible viral disease that affects the neurological system. Through the help of the legally required canine rabies vaccine in the US, cases of humans infected with rabies is lower than other parts of the world. African Swine Fever (ASF) is the world’s oldest virus which is deadly for pigs and can be transmitted by dogs. Dogs can’t become sick with ASF, but they can shed the virus after consuming infected pork. Dr. Lowe and Dr. Mitek break down infectious disease management and how ASF, rabies, and imported dogs are all interconnected in this episode of the Round Barn podcast.