Canine influenza or dog flu is a highly contagious viral illness that dogs and even sometimes cats can get. Infected dogs can shed the influenza virus through nasal discharges most especially when the disease incubates, meaning that the infected dog is still not displaying any signs or symptoms that he has the virus. It is almost a certainty that any dog that had exposure to this virus will get the infection. The dog flu mortality rate is lower than ten percent, however, most of the infected dogs will display symptoms that are flu-like and they last for two to three weeks until full recovery.
A dog that shows signs that he is infected has to be quarantined. This must also be done to dogs that were exposed to or suspected of exposure to an infected dog. A one to three-week quarantine period is recommended, depending on your veterinarian’s recommendation. Because you can also transmit the infection if you handle a dog that is infected, be mindful to always practice sanitation and good hygiene. Thoroughly wash and clean your hands using water and soap. Bedding, toys, kennels, and various other items that an infected dog uses have to be washed, cleaned, and disinfected. Fortunately, this influenza virus could be destroyed with common home disinfectants.
Check with your veterinarian Brampton, ON regarding a vaccine that could safeguard your dog from canine influenza.
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