Kennel cough in dogs

Many owners have heard of such a disease as “kennel cough”. The disease is caused by viruses and bacteria that affect the upper respiratory tract.

As a rule, dogs are infected with kennel cough from each other. Infection can occur at a distance of up to 2 meters.

The main symptoms of kennel cough are sneezing and coughing.

Who is most at risk for kennel cough?

1. Puppies and older dogs.
2. A healthy dog ​​that has been taken out for unusually long walks by its owner (e.g. usually walks 15 minutes a day but decides to go for a two hour walk).
3. Participants of exhibitions, trainings, competitions.
4. Dogs in kennels.
5. Dogs on overexposure and in pet hotels.

How to treat kennel cough in dogs?

1. Symptomatic treatment.
2. The antibiotic is used only when necessary. Moreover, in the first days of illness, if the dog has a good appetite, the use of an antibiotic is not recommended. Many dogs recover without antibiotics.

How to prevent kennel cough in dogs?

1. Vaccinate the dog. Puppies can be vaccinated from 1 month old. Vaccination is carried out once a year. The vaccine does not guarantee against infection, but reduces the severity of the condition and shortens the time of illness.
2. Avoid contact with obviously contagious dogs.
3. Stop group activities if one of the dogs sneezes or coughs.