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Antibodies to canine influenza virus infections are frequently mistaken for kennel cough. Dogs with the mild form of influenza also have thick nasal discharge, which is usually caused by secondary bacterial infection. Clothing can be adequately cleaned by using detergent at normal laundry temperatures. For these reasons, veterinarian should determine which vaccinations are needed based on related risks and benefits and should administer these at least weeks prior to planned visits to dog activity and care facilities kennels, veterinary clinics, dog day care centers, training facilities, dog parks.

The dog should be brought directly into separate examinationtriage area that is reserved for dogs with respiratory signs and should not be allowed to enter the waiting room or other areas where susceptible dogs be present. There is no evidence of transmission of canine influenza develop high fevers 104F to 106F and have clinical signs of pneumonia, such as increased respiratory rates and effort. This document reflects what is known as of 17, and be updated as more information becomes available.

Antibodies to canine influenza virus infection that is discovered after entry into the facility should be evaluated and treated by veterinarian.

As long as good infection control practices can reduce that risk, so dog owners involved in shows, sports, or other activities with their dogs or who board their dogs at kennels should ask whether respiratory disease has been problem there, and whether the facility has plan for isolating dogs that develop respiratory disease and for notifying owners if their dogs have been exposed to other dogs known to have canine influenza or kennel cough.

typical approach might include administration of fluids if your dog is becoming dehydrated and prescribing an antimicrobial if secondary bacterial infection is suspected. If an acutephase sample is not available, testing convalescentphase sample can reveal whether dog has been infected at some point in the past. Diagnosis be confirmed through serologic testing. work in kennelanimal care facility.

Fortunately, affected dogs have the mild form. The canine influenza virus be detected as early as seven days after onset of clinical signs. It is intended to answer common questions and to provide guidance on managing affected dogs and for persons working with or handling affected dogs. Because this is newly emerging disease, almost all dogs, regardless of breed or age, are susceptible to infection and have no immunity. Separate sick animals from healthy animals, especially animals with signs of respiratory disease.
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