Kennel cough

Kennel cough (also known as infectious tracheobronchitis) is a highly contagious respiratory infection that affects the respiratory tract. Beauty salons, kennels, veterinary hospitals and other places where pets are densely spread can easily spread.

Kennel cough is a complex disease caused by multiple infectious agents, including canine parainfluenza virus, canine adenovirus 2, canine distemper virus, and a strain of bacteria known as Bordetella bronchiseptica Bacteria (other viruses and bacteria may also be involved, but their role is unclear). Kennel cough is caused by viruses and bacteria, either alone or together.

Usually, kennel cough is not serious, but some dogs can become sick from a kennel cough infection (especially very young, very old, or immunocompromised dogs). In any case whenever a dog coughs, it is highly recommended to see a veterinarian to find out possible diagnosis and treatment options.

Kennel Cough Symptoms and Treatment:

Common signs: Cough, usually a dry cough (sometimes called goose cough). However, the severity and type of cough can vary

1. Retching and vomiting (as if something is stuck in the throat)

2. Discharge white foamy liquid

3. Nasal secretions

4. Lethargy
5. Loss of appetite

Symptoms usually appear about 5-10 days after exposure to an infected dog and can last up to 3 weeks, but symptoms can improve significantly within a few days.

1. No complications occur most often in summer and autumn - sudden onset, sudden cough, accompanied by nausea and vomiting. Dogs are otherwise healthy and lively. Vocal fold swelling can lead to coughing and spitting, which is often mistaken by livestock owners. Vomiting, usually 3-7 days ago with a history of contact with other dogs or kennels. Although coughing can be easily induced by manipulation of the organs, it is not significant. If there are no complications, it will recover on its own without treatment.
2. Dogs with complications of canine distemper, hepatitis and parainfluenza with unknown immune history have more severe coughs, respiratory symptoms, bacterial concurrent infections, and are likely to have recently been exposed to other kennels, pet shops, History of stays at dog boarding kennels, veterinary hospitals, etc. May or may not produce a cough. Symptoms include: elevated body temperature - depression, loss of appetite or difficulty breathing - mucus to mucopurulent eye and nose secretions. Complications related to bronchopneumonia can be life-threatening.

Treatment:

Many dogs recover without treatment, so monitoring is all that is needed to ensure symptoms do not worsen. For dogs with severe coughs, cough suppressants may be prescribed and, in some cases, antibiotics may be prescribed to fight bacterial infections. If the dog has symptoms such as fever, lethargy, and loss of appetite, more intensive treatment is recommended, and checks such as blood cell counts and X-rays (X-rays) are recommended. Neck compression can worsen kennel coughsymptoms, so it is recommended to change the collar to a harness during the condition.

Preventing Kennel Cough:

Both injectable and intranasal (intranasal) vaccines can prevent kennel cough. Your veterinarian can recommend an appropriate vaccination schedule based on your dog's condition and risk factors for kennel cough.

Dogs that are cured in the early stages are still contagious for a few weeks after they are cured