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animals2 years ago

Animal Shelters in Oklahoma City Face Repeated Closures Due to Respiratory Infections

The Oklahoma City Animal Shelter has closed for the third time this year due to an upper respiratory infection outbreak among the dogs. About 65 dogs have symptoms, and lab results are awaited to confirm if it is the canine flu. The shelter's veterinarian suspects the same virus that caused previous closures. The staff is treating the infected dogs with antibiotics, and people who recently adopted dogs from the shelter should monitor their pets for symptoms and seek veterinary advice if needed. More closures are expected until immunity is built up in the dog community.

via KOCO Oklahoma City|
#animals#canine-flu#closure
health2 years ago

Surge in Canine Respiratory Illnesses Threatens Arkansas Pets

Canine illnesses, including Canine Flu and Canine Cough, are on the rise in Arkansas, with dogs experiencing respiratory symptoms and fever. Medical professionals recommend vaccinating dogs and waiting six weeks for full immunity. Pet resorts are taking extra precautions to ensure the safety of their animals, including increased cleaning and air filtration. Pet owners are advised to avoid taking their dogs out in public and to practice good hygiene to prevent the spread of illness.

via KAIT|
#arkansas#canine-cough#canine-flu
animal-welfare2 years ago

Animal Shelters Close Due to Canine Flu Outbreaks

Richmond Animal Care and Control will be closed for two weeks after a dog tested positive for Canine Flu and many others are symptomatic. The shelter will only accept animal bites and cruelty cases during this time and will not pick up any stray dogs. All animals currently in the shelter will remain there for observation and treatment if necessary. The strain of Canine Flu present in the shelter can also be contagious to cats. Canine Flu can cause cough, runny nose, fever, lethargy, eye discharge, and reduced appetite in dogs.

via WRIC ABC 8News|
#animal-welfare#canine-flu#cats
health2 years ago

OKC Animal Shelter Shuts Down Again Due to Illness.

The Oklahoma City Animal Shelter has closed its doors for a second time due to an outbreak of upper respiratory infection, with 130 dogs showing symptoms. The shelter will be closed for around 21 days due to the incubation and shedding period for the virus. The shelter will still take in dogs that pose a danger or are sick and injured but has asked residents to keep stray dogs until they can safely take in more animals. Residents looking for lost pets can visit the shelter's website.

via KFOR Oklahoma City|
#canine-flu#dogs#health
health2 years ago

Canine Flu Outbreak in Orange County Prompts Caution from Animal Services

Canine influenza cases have been reported in Durham and Moore Counties, with at least one case in Chapel Hill. The virus is highly infectious and can cause coughing, sneezing, and nasal discharge in dogs. Orange County Animal Services has suspended dog-to-dog meetings at its shelter and advises against taking dogs to places where close contact with other dogs is likely. Vaccines are available for prevention, and dog owners should monitor their pets and contact their vet if symptoms arise. Canine flu has a long shedding period, and infected dogs must be quarantined for around three weeks.

via Chapelboro.com|
#animal-services#biosecurity-plan#canine-flu
health2 years ago

Westmoreland sees rise in canine flu cases.

Cases of canine influenza virus (CIV) have been reported in Pennsylvania, with symptoms similar to Bordetella, commonly known as kennel cough. While most dogs are vaccinated against Bordetella, CIV is more difficult to diagnose and can put infected dogs at risk for other complications. The virus is not particularly dangerous on its own, but can be fatal for immuno-compromised, very young or very old dogs. Traditional antibiotics are ineffective against a virus, and antiviral drugs are expensive. Kennel owners are taking extra precautions, and pet owners are advised to ensure their dog's vaccinations are up to date and talk with their vet if they have concerns.

via TribLIVE|
#canine-flu#health#immuno-compromised
animal-welfare2 years ago

Urgent Need to Rehome Dogs Due to Canine Flu Outbreak in Philadelphia and Oklahoma

The Animal Care and Control Team in Philadelphia is urgently seeking homes for at least 70 dogs after a canine flu outbreak at its Hunting Park location. The shelter needs to create a second temporary shelter to house dogs exposed to the flu for up to a month. The facility will be closed for dog intake on 24 and 25 April to allow for the dogs to be moved and the building to be cleaned. The shelter is seeking foster homes for large dogs for a month, and all adoption fees have been waived for dogs over 40 pounds until 23 April. Donations can be made online or mailed to ACCT Philly.

via WPVI-TV|
#adopt#animal-care-and-control-team#animal-welfare
health2 years ago

Canine Flu Outbreak Sparks Concerns and Vaccine Shortages in Multiple States

Sunset Veterinary Clinic in Edmond, Oklahoma, reported its first case of canine flu just one week after Oklahoma City shelters shut down due to hundreds of cases and some deaths. The vaccine for the flu is in short supply until May. Dog owners are urged to take precautions and limit their pets' exposure to other dogs until they can get vaccinated. Symptoms of the flu include coughing, sneezing, labored breathing, lethargy, and loss of appetite.

via KFOR Oklahoma City|
#canine-flu#health#oklahoma-city