2006-10-09 03:45:27 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pets ➔ Dogs
I wouldn't worry too much, it's rarely serious. Read on.........
ABOUT DOG FLU:
Canine flu was first discovered last year after an unusual illness began to appear at greyhound racetracks in Florida.
Cornell virologists, working with researchers at the CDC and the University of Florida, determined the sick greyhounds had a type of influenza ordinarily found only in horses.
This finding is the first scientific report of an equine influenza virus jumping the species barrier, and researchers are unsure how it occurred.
Virtually 100 percent of exposed dogs become infected, the researchers said. The virus is spread from dog to dog via coughing, contaminated objects, and even people.
Nearly 80 percent of dogs exposed to the virus contract only a mild form of the disease, which mimics kennel cough—a type of canine bronchitis that is rarely serious.
PREVENTATIVE STEPS:
The bordetella vaccine, which protects dogs against kennel cough, does not work against the flu, Crawford said. Development of a vaccine for canine flu is currently underway.
In the meantime, Nina Morano of the CDC said owners should take common sense precautions to protect their pooches from the virus:
• If your dog exhibits any signs of respiratory illness, immediately see your veterinarian. Tell the doctor if your dog recently boarded at a kennel.
• Use a boarding kennel you are familiar with.
• Stay on the lookout for announcements of disease outbreaks in your area.
2006-10-09 03:50:55 · answer #1 · answered by msnite1969 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If it's bordatella which kind of mimics a cold with cough and a sore throat/bark,your vet can give your pet some medication for pretty cheap. If you do take your dog to the vet, keep him/her in the car and not exposed to any of the other pets. The vet will come out to your car or have you enter from a different entrance.
My dog got bordatella even though she was vaccinated so it does get around. Very highly contagious.
If your dog has the flu, I'd still take him/her to the vet. Especially if they are not eating or having any vomit/diarreha problems.
2006-10-09 05:24:31 · answer #2 · answered by Emma S 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
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2006-10-10 21:55:12 · answer #3 · answered by all_in_1_ajay 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It depends on what kind of flu your doggie got. If they have parvo, you should keep them as hydrated as possible. Dogs with parvo dehydrate and die from starvation/dehydration.
Lots of fluids, chicken broth, and rest will help any pup with any sickness. You should definitely take him/her to the vet as well.
2006-10-09 03:52:16 · answer #4 · answered by nmtgirl 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Take your doggie to see the vet. If you cant, then phone a vet and ask for assistance. You may be able to give him home remedies.
2006-10-09 03:50:27 · answer #5 · answered by Vonnie S 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
if it is canine flu then get her to a vet really quick.ours had that last year and she really ill....in the local area over 10 dogs died of this type of flu.........she was really rough for about five days after the meds.
2006-10-09 04:47:49 · answer #6 · answered by candy g 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The best thing to do is give him a rest. Or maybe take him to the vet. He knows the best thing to be done, really!
2006-10-09 19:32:55 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you are seriously not singing a rhyme, you can take him to a vet.
2006-10-09 03:51:33 · answer #8 · answered by critic_22 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
take it to the vet
2006-10-10 04:21:12 · answer #9 · answered by wassup 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Take him to a good Vet...
2006-10-09 03:50:54 · answer #10 · answered by Deepak A 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋