What is canine "den cough"

Kennel-Couqh (KC), which is canine infectious tracheobronchitis, Also known as canine upper respiratory tract infection syndrome. It is a canine infectious respiratory disease caused by a variety of pathogens. Because it spreads rapidly and is contagious, healthy dogs (including all dogs that are not immunized) who have been exposed to sick dogs are rarely spared, and often It occurs when all dogs in a family or a whole litter of puppies are affected, so it is called canine "den cough". The course of this disease is more than a week, and in some cases it can last for several months. Most adult dogs can gradually recover as their body's resistance improves, but puppies may develop bronchopneumonia or other viral infections due to untimely treatment, which can lead to serious death.

What kind of dogs are prone to "den cough"?

(1) Puppies aged 1-6 months (especially those that have not been vaccinated);

(2) Elderly dogs with reduced immunity;

(3) Dogs with weak constitution;

(4) Dogs raised in groups.

Under what circumstances are dogs susceptible to "den cough"?

(1) Direct contact with sick dogs.

(2) Contact with urine and feces of sick dogs.

(3) If there is a coughing or sneezing dog nearby, the pathogen is spread through the air and droplets.

How to tell if your dog has “den cough”?

(1) The dog had been to pet shops, pet hospitals, pet parks and other places with sources of infection before becoming ill.

(2) The dog has frequent harsh dry coughs, and at the end of the cough there is a painful "sputum-clicking" lowering of the head movement and a long "clicking" sound, followed by vomiting or gagging, which becomes lighter day by day. The night is heavy.

(3) Excitement, exercise, inhaling cold air when going out, and lightly pressing the trachea can induce severe coughing in dogs.

(4) In the early stage of the disease, except for the cough, other aspects of the dog, such as body temperature, eating and drinking, are normal.

What should you do when your dog has mild symptoms similar to “den cough”?

Dog "cough" is usually a mixed infection of viruses and bacteria. It is tolerated in adult dogs without concurrent medical conditions. However, for unimmunized dogs, if not treated in time, a mild cough can develop into severe bronchopulmonary disease.inflammation. If a dog has a disease like distemper and parainfluenza at the same time, it can kill the dog! Therefore, dog owners must pay attention and seek medical treatment promptly.

How to prevent "den cough" in dogs?

(1) Ensure indoor air circulation and a clean and dry environment. It is easy to get sick in cold and humid conditions.

(2) Pay attention to keeping your dog warm and avoid catching cold.

(3) Newly purchased dogs should be isolated and observed for 15 days before contact with other dogs.

(4) Regularly disinfect the environment where the dog lives.

(5) Provide canine vaccinations for dogs.

(6) Provide the dog with a nutritious and balanced diet and strengthen exercise to enhance the dog's resistance.

(7) Try to avoid dog walking and outdoor sports during haze days.