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Canine Influenza In Beagle Dogs

Prevent your dog from developing canine influenza. Learn the facts about it...

Author: Richard Cussons

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Beagle dogs have existed for around 2,000 years now. In fact it has been depicted in various literature and paintings during the time of Queen Elizabeth and in film, television and comic books in modern times. Just like other breed of dogs, these popular dogs of ancient origin can also obtain canine influenza, a newly identified disease affecting dogs.

Canine influenza, also called canine flu appears to be similar to Kennel Cough or Canine Tracheobronchitis. This disease was a common infection in horses and has transferred to dogs because of the exposure at greyhound track wherein horse racing and dog racing occurs. This disease is spread easily if dogs are kept together, but could also be passed on the street or in kennels. This airborne disease is spread by infected dogs through sneezing or coughing on another. This is also spread through direct contact with a contaminated surface.

Canine Influenza In Beagle Dogs

To treat mild infection of the disease, the nasal discharge that represents a secondary bacterial infection can be treated with a broad-spectrum bactericidal antimicrobial. Administration of antibiotics is also used in treating this disease. Severe condition of canine influenza is often accompanied with pneumonia caused by bacterial superinfection. This case is best treated with hydration, sometimes through intravenous administration of fluids. Broad-spectrum bactericidal antimicrobial is also used in treating severe infection of canine influenza. If you suspect that your pet has contracted this disease and is showing early signs of mild infection of canine influenza, it is good to consult your veterinarian at once.

Sad to say, vaccination against this disease is not yet available. Prevention of this disease greatly relies on the owner. Contact to other dogs known to have canine influenza should be avoided.

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Richard Cussons writes information articles about dogs. To learn more about Beagle training, visit beaglesavvy.com and get as much information as you want about Beagles.

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