11/21/2023
Recently, the media has been reporting about a new severe respiratory disease that has been affecting dogs.
There has been an increase in complex respiratory cases over the past year or so, with more dogs developing pneumonia or serious complications than is expected from typical causes of 'Kennel Cough'. Luckily, we do not suspect that we have seen any cases at our clinic.
We will provide additional information as it comes available from reputable sources.
What should pet owners be aware of?
• ISOLATE your pet if they develop a cough without known medical explanation. Coughing dogs should not be boarded in a kennel or exercised with other dogs as they could be exposed to other pathogens which could progress their disease and they pose a risk to other pets.
• CONTACT your veterinarian if your pet develops a cough, and monitor for progressive signs such as loss of appetite, lethargy, depression, weakness or nasal discharge. A Pet ER visit might be necessary if after-hours or if your veterinary office does not have availability.
• VACCINATE your pet. Eliminating or reducing certain known infectious respiratory pathogens such as Distemper, Bordetella and Canine Influenza may provide protection against complicated disease.
• RESTRCT your pet from sharing toys and public drinking bowls and from interacting with dogs that are coughing or appear ill.