Dog Kennel Cough
Learn About Dog Kennel Cough
Kennel cough is a condition in which a dogs windpipe and upper bronchi are irritated and damaged by infectious microorganisms. Kennel cough can be caused by both bacteria and virus. Dog Kennel Cough is named variously like canine cough, infectious tracheobronchitis and bordetellosis
Characteristics Of Dog Kennel Cough
One of the first warning signs of kennel cough in dogs is a rough and dry, hacking cough that will show up with in a week of the dog having the initial infection. The damage is done through the bacteria and/ or viruses damaging the lining of the windpipe and bronchi, which exposes the nerve endings. The cough is caused when the dog breathes in and out and air is exposed to the endings of the nerves which irritates them.
Seriousness and Duration Of The Disease
Most cases of Dog Kennel Cough are mild and do not change the dogs overall health or physical condition. The cough though can be irritating to the dog as it is persistent and the dog will cough every few minutes throughout the day. The use of antibiotics can be used to quicken the healing process but in the majority of cases most dogs will recover without it. Kennel cough can last up to three weeks
Transmission of the Disease
Like colds in humans dog kennel cough can be transmitted. Because the germ is carried through the air and can be inhaled by other dogs it can cause infections in other dogs, especially if the other dog is susceptible to the microbes. If the dog is sharing a kennel then the disease can be spread very quickly amongst the other dogs (hence the name kennel cough). But it can be acquired anytime and anywhere from an infected dog.
Treatment and Prevention
The veterinarian will typically prescribe cough-suppressing drugs to reduce the annoying cough. They will occasionally prescribe antibiotics to help manage the recovery from the infection, though most dogs will recover from the cough without medication.
There are some coughs which are similar to kennel cough that can b caused by other serious respiratory diseases, so it is important that the dog be examined by a vet.
You can also prevent kennel cough by having your dog vaccinated against these infectious germs. Dogs that are not in frequent contact with other dogs have a reduced chance of getting kennel cough. If taking your dog to a show or having it bordered ensure that the dog is vaccinated a few week before hand to prevent from catching the disease.
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My dogs kennel cough could be more?
Okay he's two months now, a lab mix, I got him from a shelter, so ofcourse even though treated he got kennel cough. He's been with me 3 weeks now and the cough remains accompanied by upper respiratory complication... he breathes funny sometimes, like he has pnemonia, or something... his chest goes up and down more than usual in a dog. I've read up on this, sounds like what I'm saying, I've taken him to the vet two times now, going on a third, he's been given clavamox two times now with an increase in dosage and vitamins... he's active, his coughing is only when he's excited... i think.. he eats good... but the chest thing bothers me... I can tolerate the cough if I knew it was gonna go away, but... I'm gonna see the vet and I don't want another run around... he also has a bit of mucos from his nose ... so what's ailing him?? should I invest in a humidifier, cough syrup for children? what's gonna stomp it in it's place , could this more serious than I think? What should I expect?
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which is best for dog kennel cough vaporizer or humidifier?
cool water or hot water
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Dog Kennel Cough or just a cold?
My dog was at a kennel almost two weeks ago and he's walking around the house sneezing and huffing and puffing constantly. It only seems to quite down whenever he's laying down. He's not coughing, though. A lot of people have described Kennel Cough as it sounds like they are choking on a bone. I don't think it's allergies because this just developed over the last week and we live in the midwest and all it's done is snow! I have a vet appointment tomorrow, but I didn't know if anyone might have any suggestions on what this could be or if they've seen Kennel Cough in the form of sneezing rather than "coughing." I know it's basically a respiratory infection, so I didn't know if it manifested differently in different dogs.
Also, if any one knows of any over the counter remedies and dosage info that might help with kennel cough, I could try that first and see if it works before I take him to the vet.
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Can the kennel cough shot for dogs, give a dog kennel cough?
My friends dog had the shot a few days ago and is now cough and coughing, can the vaccination cause kennel cough? Is it a live virus or is it like our flu shot, not a live virus?
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How long will my dogs kennel cough last?
My dog just got diagnosed with Kennel Cough. He just started on antibiotics and just wanted to know when this poor guy will stop the horrible sound. Sorry I feel bad for the poor guy.
Well.. He is 1.5yrs old.. He does have his bordettella shot, so chill, he got an off strain according to the vet.
Yeah my dog got it from Doggie Daycare..
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