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NuVet Labs: What You Should Know About Canine Influenza or The Dog Flu Have you noticed recently that dog parks, dog beaches, pet stores and other places commonly frequented by canines seem to be, well, without dogs? There is a good reason for this and it is called canine influenza, also known as the dog flu. Continue reading to learn about the disease that is forcing doggie parents to keep their four-legged companions away from other dogs.
NuVet Labs: What You Should Know About Canine Influenza or The Dog Flu What is it? • Also known as Canine influenza or influenza Type A (H3N8), which is one of two types of influenza A viruses known to infect dogs, the dog flu is a highly contagious respiratory disease that affects dogs. Interestingly, canine influenza H3N8 virus first originated in horses and eventually made the leap into dogs. • It is important to note that this disease has never been passed on to humans and according to the CDC is considered a low threat.
NuVet Labs: What You Should Know About Canine Influenza or The Dog Flu Symptoms • Runny nose • Cough • Fever • Malaise
NuVet Labs: What You Should Know About Canine Influenza or The Dog Flu • The symptoms of dog flu vary from dog to dog. Some dogs will appear asymptomatic while other dogs will clearly appear to be sick and miserable. Unfortunately, older dogs and puppies are more vulnerable to canine flu and can have a harder time fighting it, which can make them more susceptible to pneumonia or worse, death.
NuVet Labs: What You Should Know About Canine Influenza or The Dog Flu How did my dog get the canine flu? • Just like with the human forms of the flu virus, your dog most likely caught it when she came in contact with secretions from an infected dog. • This could happen if a sick dog coughed or sneezed around your pooch. Your dog could also have come in contact with an object, like a dog toy, that was played with by a dog infected with the canine flu. • The virus is easily spread among dogs especially those in close quarters like kennels, pet stores, doggie daycares and shelters.
NuVet Labs: What You Should Know About Canine Influenza or The Dog Flu Diagnosis • A visit to your vet can confirm whether or not your dog has the flu. There is a test available that your vet may choose to perform Is there a vaccine? • Currently there is a vaccine available for canine influenza Type H3N8.
NuVet Labs: What You Should Know About Canine Influenza or The Dog Flu Is there a cure? • Like all viruses the only thing that can be done is supportive care like keeping your dog hydrated and comfortable. Make sure to visit your vet if you suspect canine flu as your vet may prescribe certain medications to alleviate your dog’s symptoms. • In some cases, if a secondary bacterial infection is suspected, your vet may prescribe antibiotics
NuVet Labs: What You Should Know About Canine Influenza or The Dog Flu • If your pup begins to show symptoms and you suspect that your beloved canine companion has contracted the dog flu the first thing you should do is pay a visit to your vet and get a diagnosis. We know keeping your dog healthy is your main priority as a loving dog parent. That is why we created NuVet Plus. NuVet Plus is especially formulated to meet the needs of dogs. Comprised of human grade ingredients and manufactured in an FDA approved lab, puppy parents everywhere have decided to provide their dogs with NuVet Plus. If you would like to learn more, please visit NuVet Reviews.
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