The phrase
"dog flu" refers to a contagious illness that affects dogs, similar to how humans can get the flu.
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They not only prevent infections but may also reduce the severity and duration
of dog flu in case your pet gets sick.
They were concerned about stories they had seen or read in the news about
dog flu outbreaks.
Additionally, depending on the type of
dog flu virus strain that is causing the infection, your furry friend can still be highly infectious even after several days.
There is no treatment
for dog flu simply because the virus is so small that no antimicrobial agent can really kill it fast enough.
They were concerned about stories they had seen or read in the local news
about dog flu outbreaks.
The percentage of dogs infected
with dog flu that die is very small.
Canine influenza best known
as dog flu rarely leads to death.
While the disease has a very low mortality rate, it is important for pet parents to be educated about
dog flu symptoms, prevention and treatment.
The vaccine does not prevent the dog from
getting dog flu, but it will significantly shorten the duration of symptoms if the virus is contracted.
Despite knowing what to look for, identifying
dog flu at home is unlikely.
Signs of
dog flu infection include cough, runny nose and fever, but not all dogs will exhibit signs.
We also know that pharmaceutical companies and the vets who hold patents on canine influenza have a keen interest in the number of reports
on dog flu outbreaks.
Just because you're not hearing about overwhelming cases
dog flu doesn't mean it's not out there.
If dog flu has been an issue in your area, maybe stay away from the dog park for a while.
But the most common way to avoid viruses
like dog flu - vaccinations - won't work in this case, officials are now saying.
This is the practice that started the Asian
dog flu epidemic that is killing dogs all over the country.
Because dog flu is spread easily through the air and most dogs have not developed immunity nor are they vaccinated, all dogs are susceptible to infection.
In 2009 a vaccine was developed against this
new dog flu.
For example, the posts on canine influenza moved to the top of the schedule a few months ago
when dog flu became a sudden reality in my city.
It's important to recognize the symptoms of
dog flu so you can seek treatment for your pet quickly.
You may have heard about the recent outbreak of a new type of
dog flu affecting pets across the country.
The treatment for
dog flu depends, really, on the severity of the infection.
As a pet owner, it's your responsibility to
detect dog flu symptoms in early stages.
A mild case of
dog flu typically last from 10 to 30 days and the animal improves on its own with symptoms gradually going away.
The severity of illness associated
with dog flu can range from no signs to severe illness resulting in pneumonia and sometimes death.
Since its discovery, no specific treatment is available
for dog flu, only supportive therapies have been used.
Also known
as dog flu, this highly contagious infection has affected thousands of dogs all over the country, with hundreds of cases reported within just the past year.
6 to 8 % of dogs that
get dog flu will die from the disease if left untreated.
Do your own research
on dog flu and talk with your dog's vet if you have any concerns.
Similar to the common kennel cough,
Dog flu symptoms include cough, runny nose and lethargy.
In this article, we shall share with you all you need to know about
dog flu so you'll feel more empowered to care for your sick furry pal.
There are strains
of dog flu as well and it's up to you to keep your dog's health in check.
That year,
dog flu hit Chicago and spread across 30 states.
Experts at Cornell University's College of Veterinary Medicine say the
H3N2 dog flu virus likely arose from viruses circulating in live bird markets in Asia.
Pay attention to where cases are occurring (HealthDay News)-- With more than 2,000 dogs sickened by highly
contagious dog flu in the United States, veterinarians urge pet owners to take precautions.
To keep pets safe, more pet care facilities are
requiring Dog Flu vaccinations for all dogs, similar to requirements for Bordetella — another highly contagious pathogen that causes respiratory disease.
Dr Ernie Ward joins us to discuss the current
dog flu strain that is the most contagious thus far, which has now reached California and Nevada infecting hundreds of dogs that have no natural defense against it.