![]() Rottweilers, Dobermans, pit bulls and mixes of these breeds are especially vulnerable. Puppies under 6 months old are most likely to get severe disease. The virus enters the dog through the nose or mouth and has an incubation period of 3 days to 2 weeks (usually 5-7 days). It can be spread on hands, feet, clothing, tools, rodents and flies traveling from kennel to kennel! Dogs may carry the virus on their fur and feet even if they themselves do not get ill. ![]() Parvovirus – Parvovirus is very durable in the environment and can persist for months or years. To become infected, the dog generally needs an immature immune system, thus this infection is primarily one of young dogs and puppies. It is not contagious to other pets or to humans. This virus can only be spread among dogs. The infection is transmitted via direct contact with the papillomas on an infected dog or with the virus in the pet’s environment. Usually they occur in groups rather than as solitary growths. They occur usually on the lips and muzzle of a young dog (usually less than 2 years of age). Less commonly, papillomas can occur on the eyelids and even the surface of the eye or between the toes. If your dog develops a hacking cough, a cough that sounds like your dog is continually trying to clear an obstruction, discharge from eyes and nose, lethargy or loss of appetite please keep your dog home and call your vet.Ĭanine Papilloma Virus – Viral papillomas are round but often have a rough, almost jagged surface reminiscent of a sea anemone or a cauliflower. They are very common in daycare. In this environment most dogs will recover within a few weeks. The BEST thing to do for a dog with kennel cough is provide them with a warm, stress-free home. With the administration of antibiotics, your dog is usually okay to return to daycare within a few days. Talk to your veterinarian if you have concerns. Vaccinated, healthy dogs in a home usually develop mild if any signs of kennel cough after exposure to a new dog, however in some cases serious illness may be transmitted. It is spread by air and hands, therefore is as common in doggie daycare as the common cold is in a child day care center. ![]() The disease is caused by bacteria and/or viruses that spread among dogs. Kennel Cough – Kennel cough is common, contagious, and very rarely fatal. Even if your dog has no symptoms, please always let us know if you have been made aware of your dog being exposed to any of the issues listed – this will help us to keep all of our dogs safe and healthy. Some, such as Giardia, may have been present since your pup was in it’s litter. Many illnesses that affect our dog’s health are often picked-up in dog parks, while on walks, and when playing with other dogs. Canine viruses can close down a daycare operations for up to 14 days.
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