Dog Flu Treatment

The dog flu is an interesting virus because it didn’t originate until approximately 14 years ago. Not much was known about the virus at that point, and there still isn’t very much known about it today. Although it was originally discovered in ill greyhounds and isolated to California, it did spread to various parts of the country, which means that it could make its way to your home. In this article we would like to discuss the origins and potential causes of dog flu and how you can keep your dog from getting it. As with any type of pet illness, if you suspect that there is a serious issue, make sure you see your veterinarian.

The dog flu is said to be caused by a virus similar to the one that causes flu in humans and the avian bird flu virus that affects, as you guessed it – birds. The virus in dogs is much different than the one that causes death in humans though, and the chances are extremely low that a human could contract the virus from a dog. Also, it must be stated that on average most dogs recover easily from this virus, although it could take up to a month for a full recovery.

The typical symptoms of dog flu are a persistent cough that lasts for 2-3 weeks. Dogs don’t seem to react to the dog flu in the same way that humans react to the regular “human” flu, but it doesn’t mean that it can’t be deadly in some cases. The virus can mutate and could affect your dog in a different way than normal. Also, if your dog has a weak immune system, then he or she could be at serious risk for major complications should the dog flu reach them.

The dog flu is spread in the air and in the secretions from skin, urine, and defecation. This means that any place your dog is around other dogs will put him at risk, so you should be very careful about where you take your dog. Chances are high that the news will notify the public in the event that the dog flu reaches your area, but you can never be too safe. If you have any suspicions that your dog has had contact with the dog flu or might be infected, then the best thing to do is take him or her to the vet for an antibody test. Your veterinarian should be able to determine whether your dog has contracted the virus and can give you the proper medication.

The dog flu is relatively new, but luckily it is often less than deadly. The mortality rate is approximately 5-8%, which means about 1 in 10-20 dogs will die from the disease. However, if you keep your dog away from other dogs you will keep the risks to a minimum.