Symptoms Of Dog Flu

After being exposed to the canine influenza virus, it will take 2-3 days before a dog will manifest symptoms of the infection. The most obvious symptom is a cough that can be soft, moist, or dry hacking cough. Coughing usually persists from 10-21 days. Other accompanying symptoms include sneezing, eye discharge, lethargy or depression, fever, and loss of appetite. The symptoms tend to be more severe in dogs with weak or compromised immune systems like puppies, senior dogs, and those with underlying health issues. 

Considering that these symptoms are also manifested in other types of respiratory infections, it is difficult to diagnose canine influenza based on the symptoms alone. Your vet will need to perform certain tests to confirm the initial diagnosis. Dogs that are infected or considered as suspects should be quarantined. 

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