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Mysterious Canine Respiratory Illness Disrupts Pet Owners and Businesses

Canine respiratory disease, known as atypical Canine Infectious Respiratory Disease Complex (CIRDC), is affecting pet owners' holiday plans in western Washington. The disease has infected dozens of dogs across the country, causing concern among pet owners. Boarding facilities and dog parks are experiencing a decline in business as owners try to protect their pets. The Washington State Department of Agriculture advises fully vaccinating pets, avoiding group settings for dogs, and contacting a vet if symptoms such as lethargy, coughing, and discharge are observed. The disease has not been reported to spread to humans.

via KOMO News|

#canine-respiratory-disease #health #holiday-travel

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Unraveling the Enigma: Understanding the Mysterious Dog Illness

A mysterious and potentially-fatal canine respiratory disease, which has been reported in more than a dozen states, has been the focus of a recent study that sheds light on its cause. Researchers have identified a bacterium that may be "host adapted" and part of the dog microbiome, potentially leading to the development of effective treatments. While there are no reported outbreaks in New Jersey, veterinarians have reported dogs with similar symptoms. The Department of Health has issued guidance to limit exposure to other dogs, and dog owners are advised to ensure their pets are up-to-date on vaccinations. The illness has perplexed experts nationwide, and cases have been reported in multiple states.

via Patch|

#antibiotic-resistance #canine-respiratory-disease #dog-health

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Unraveling the Mystery: Dog Respiratory Illness and its Potential Cure

A mystery dog illness is spreading across the United States, causing respiratory distress and not responding to usual treatments. The cause of the illness remains unknown, but symptoms include chronic cough, fever, discharge from the eyes and nose, and pneumonia. The illness is resistant to antibiotics and may spread through dog-to-dog contact, shared objects, and potentially even human contact. Cases have been reported in multiple states, but it is unclear if they are all caused by the same organism. To prevent the illness, dog owners are advised to reduce contact with unfamiliar dogs, avoid sick dogs, and keep up-to-date on vaccinations. The potential for the illness to spread to humans is still uncertain.

via Prevention Magazine|

#canine-respiratory-disease #health #mystery-dog-illness

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"Oregon Veterinary Diagnostics Lab Urges Caution: Stay Away from Dog Parks and Boarding Amid Mystery Illness"

The Director of Oregon Veterinary Diagnostics Lab, Dr. Kurt Williams, has advised dog owners to avoid dog parks, boarding facilities, and other places where dogs gather until a mysterious canine infectious respiratory disease is contained. The illness has affected hundreds of pets in the Portland metro and Willamette Valley areas since August. Dog owners are urged to ensure their pets are fully vaccinated and to consult their veterinarian for guidance. The state has launched a large-scale PCR testing program to detect respiratory infections in dogs before symptoms appear. The disease is not linked to human diseases or COVID-19.

via Fox 12 Oregon|

#boarding-facilities #canine-respiratory-disease #dog-parks