Not exact matches
The
dog flu is often spread
because of lack
of sanitation.
According to the AVMA, the
dog flu is highly contagious and all
dogs are at risk
of contracting the virus
because it «is still an emerging disease» in the United States and
dogs lack immunity to it.
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB)-- The Kentucky Humane Society closed its intake facility on Steedly Drive on Sunday
because three
dogs have cases
of the
flu.
Because of the increased risk
of exposure,
dog flu is more likely to be transmitted between
dogs in locations where
dogs are in groups, such as
dog parks, grooming facilities, daycare facilities, and boarding facilities.
Health officials are warning
dog owners to keep their
dogs away from social areas
because of a
flu outbreak.
Because canine
flu can't spread to people, you can still hug your
dog and give him lots
of tender loving care.
Older
dogs, younger
dogs and
dogs that are already sick are the most vulnerable when it comes to the
dog flu, not
because of the virus itself, but
because these
dogs are the most likely to develop complications, like pneumonia, that could be fatal.
Because most
dogs have not been exposed to
Dog Flu (CIV H3N8 and CIV H3N2), almost 100 %
of those exposed are fully susceptible.
Because of this, it will protect your
dog from some strains
of dog flu.
Because most
dogs enjoy the company
of other canines, direct and indirect contact between
dogs can lead to the spread
of infectious diseases like
Dog Flu.
Because symptoms
of dog flu are the same as for a common condition called kennel cough, lab tests are needed to confirm the diagnosis, said William Fortney, director for small animal outreach at the Kansas State Diagnostic Laboratory.