Kennel Cough

Kennel cough causes a dog’s voice box and windpipe to become inflamed as a result of a viral or bacterial infection. The problem is highly contagious between dogs. Prominent symptoms include a dry cough that sounds like a honking goose, gagging, nasal discharge, coughing up white foamy phlegm. There are several ways by which dogs can acquire kennel cough--

• Aerosols from infected dogs can be inhaled by susceptible dogs, or it could contaminate objects and surfaces.
• Kennel cough can easily spread in areas that are enclosed, such as in kennels or animal shelters, because of poor air ventilation.
• Direct contact with infected animals is also a viable mode of transmission.

Most dog kennels require a proof of recent vaccination against kennel cough (Bordetella and parainfluenza) before dogs are accepted for boarding. If you are not sure whether your pet’s vaccination is up-to-date, you should call your veterinarian Hyattsville, MD. Or make an appointment at this link: https://metrodcvet.com/