A puppy I was expecting to purchase acquired "kennel cough" from the kennel (70+ dogs) where I had placed a reserve on him. The owner is very reputable and honestly informed me of the situation. However, my concern is "How long is it possible for the pup in question to be a threat to my other grown dogs and very young puppies?" I have read in one article that bacteria can continue to shed from the infected pup for 6 to 14 weeks. I found only the one resource for this time frame. Clinical signs of active infection last around 10 days, but if there is a possibility that the disease can continue to be a threat thereafter for such a long period of time, I will probably cancel my hold on this puppy altogether. I don't want to wait until he's half grown to safely acquire him. Thanks! to anyone who can clear this matter for me.
2006-07-27 10:47:26 · 5 answers · asked by Firefly 1 in Pets ➔ Dogs
Kennel cough is a fairly common illness in puppies but the majority of the time they get over it with no problems. I wouldn't let it near any dogs for at least 3 weeks.
I think the biggest 'red alert' in your message was that this person has 70 plus dogs!! This sounds more like a puppy mill than a reputable breeder. If they also have multiple breeders (more than 2 or 3) I would beware.
2006-07-27 10:55:52 · answer #1 · answered by Cornsilk P 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
I adopted a puppy from the Humane Society and he had the same problem. Kennel cough is common in areas where dogs live so close together. If he is on antibiotics, it should only really be a week or so before he gets a negative fecal (clear of the sickness), depending on how bad the infection really is. You shouldn't have to wait too long at all.
2006-07-27 10:52:25 · answer #2 · answered by alisha_4080 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It can be very contagious. You need to take the dog to the vet and they can prescribe medicine for him, when he stops showing signs, he should be fine.
They get kennel cough from not too great conditions and you need to keep your pup away from bad conditions.
2006-07-27 10:51:10 · answer #3 · answered by bridetobebrandie 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Don't get the dog if you are worried about it spreading to other pups. The kennel will understand.
2006-07-27 10:52:03 · answer #4 · answered by DoWHATiDO 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I don't know the exact answer, so here is a link about it.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kennel_cough
2006-07-27 10:57:45 · answer #5 · answered by bella12977 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋