Kennel Cough - About Kennel Cough and what breeds are affected
Our article about kennel cough, also known as infectious trancheobronchitis will examine this sickness in dogs, which dog breeds are affected by kennel cough, how you may be able to diagnos it before you see a vet, and what possible solutions you can be prepared to think about, after your visit to the vet.
Kennel Cough - About Kennel Cough and what breeds are affected
Whether it’s a human or a dog coughing, the sickness should be treated or reacted upon with the same intensity.
The natural reaction when a dog coughs continuously is that the pet is choking or is seriously ill.
Dog owners come to realize their pet has contracted a virus known as kennel cough, or in more technical terms, infectious trancheobronchitis. Exposure to other dogs greatly enhances the chance that the common and usually non-serious respiratory disease will be transmitted.
In case your dog is infected by kennel cough, you may want to seek advice and recommendations from a veterinarian. This article describes what the vet will tell you in a nutshell.
A combination of viruses and bacteria cause kennel cough. The bacteria that causes kennel cough the most is known as Bordatella bronchiseptica. The viruses are primarily Canine adenovirus type 1 and 2 as well as Canine parainfluenza virus.
What distinguishes kennel cough? The most common symptom is a deep, scratchy cough that develops abruptly. In most cases, the dog will not cough up anything and it will appear as if the dog is heaving. The coughing is intensified when the dog drinks water or is exposed to a drastic temperature change.
Dogs with kennel cough generally do not lose their appetite, although those who are exposed to extremely hot temperatures may have a nasal discharge and will lose their appetite.
What dog breeds are affected by kennel cough? Just like humans can all contract a cold from each other, all dog breeds are susceptible to kennel cough.
Can kennel cough be treated? Yes, although in most cases, the infection will subside on its own in a week to 10 days. Some dogs may continue to cough for as long as three weeks. Most veterinarians will suggest that the dog’s coughing will actually help the symptoms come to an end because the airways will become clear of infective debris.
However, if the kennel cough is so persistent that the dog is increasingly uncomfortable, the use of cough suppressants is recommended. Unconventional forms of suppressant are honey on a piece of bread or human cough suppressant medicine purchased at the pharmacy.
Veterinarians will prescribe stronger medication if the case of kennel cough becomes more severe.
Can kennel cough be prevented? To prevent your dog from contracting the virus, you must have your dog isolated and away from other dogs that might have kennel cough. Hopefully, the owner of the affected dog is keeping the pet from walking the streets and coming in contact with other dogs.
Owners of affected dogs should wait a week after the coughing has subsided to allow interaction with other dogs. If an owner has more than one dog, the airflow and dryness in the house should be maximized where possible.
Some vaccines help prevent kennel cough, including those for the viruses and bacteria that cause the disease. These vaccines can be administered by nasal drops or by injection. Cases show the nasal vaccines work the best.
In summary, dogs cough just like humans, and treatment for the cough should be handled in the same manner you or I should take care of our hacking. Don’t ignore the coughing. Monitor your dog for improvement or prolonged illness. Don’t allow your dog to infect other dogs.
Be considerate and caring, just like you would do for yourself.
Thank you to Javier Moralas for this Kennel Cough Article
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