About 25 % of pet care facilities are now
requiring a Dog Flu vaccination for pets prior to admission.3
A survey showed that 1 in 4 pet care facilities in the US
requires a Dog Flu vaccination before accepting dogs.3 The video series below shares why, with pet care facility owners and veterinarians discussing the threats that Dog Flu poses, and what can be done to help.
A recent survey of pet care business owners, including kennels, daycares, and groomers, showed that one out of four facilities
requires a Dog Flu vaccination in addition to Bordetella vaccination.1 Nobivac ® Canine Flu H3N8 has been shown to control the spread and reduce the impact of Dog Flu.33
Not exact matches
If they do nothing and a
dog gets the
flu and
requires treatment, clients may holler, «Why didn't you say I should vaccinate?»
For
dogs we
require up to date vaccines for rabies, DHPP, CIV Bivalent (
dog flu) and Bordetella.
There is no treatment specifically for
Dog Flu, so the focus is supportive care.2
Dogs with mild infection may not
require any intervention.
Do take note that milder cases of
dog flu usually last around 10 to 30 days and will often not
require any veterinary attention.
West Bearden Veterinary Hospital is one of several vet clinics that will soon
require flu vaccinations for incoming
dogs prior to boarding.
Vaccinations for
Dog Flu require an initial vaccination and a booster 2 - 4 weeks later.
All
dogs are
REQUIRED to have received at least the 1st Canine
Flu vaccine before the first day of class.