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pets-and-animals1 year ago

"Decline in Mysterious Dog Respiratory Illness Cases in Colorado"

A surge of mysterious respiratory illnesses in dogs, known as canine infectious respiratory disease complex (CIRDC), has abated after peaking in late 2023, with cases dropping to usual levels within the first few weeks of January. The cause of the wave and its subsequent decline remains elusive, with no single pathogen identified as solely responsible. While concerns arose about a potential link to Covid-19, experts have ruled out SARS-CoV2 as the driving force behind the illnesses. As the situation stabilizes, veterinarians advise dog owners to consider the risks and benefits of returning to dog parks and other social settings, emphasizing the importance of vaccinations and understanding individual risk factors for each dog.

via VIN News Service|
#canine-respiratory-illness#dog-parks#kennel-cough
health2 years ago

Dog Parks Closed and Precautions Taken Amidst Nationwide Dog Respiratory Disease Outbreak

The West Lafayette Parks Department has closed all dog parks until further notice to prevent the spread of a Canine Infectious Respiratory Disease. The closure does not apply to the membership-based dog park in Lafayette. Dr. Greg Loomis of the Tippecanoe County Health Department believes the disease may involve a viral infection followed by a bacterial infection, similar to how respiratory infections progress in humans. Dog owners are advised to contact their veterinarian if their dogs exhibit symptoms such as coughing.

via wlfi.com|
#canine-infectious-respiratory-disease#closure#dog-parks
health2 years ago

"Dog Parks Temporarily Shut Down Due to Canine Disease Outbreak"

The West Lafayette Parks and Recreation Department has closed the city's dog parks due to recent cases of Canine Infectious Respiratory Disease (CIRD), a potentially fatal respiratory illness affecting dogs in multiple states. Concerns have been rising as the illness does not respond to traditional antibiotics. Dog owners are urged to clean up after their pets, dispose of waste properly, and ensure their dogs are up to date on vaccinations. Symptoms of respiratory illness in dogs include coughing, sneezing, difficulty breathing, and loss of appetite. To prevent the spread of CIRD, dog owners are advised to vaccinate their dogs, avoid communal water bowls and toys, limit exposure to unknown dogs, and seek veterinary care if their dog is sick.

via Journal & Courier|
#canine-infectious-respiratory-disease#dog-parks#health
health2 years ago

"Protecting Your Dog: Vaccination Key as Mystery Illness Spreads"

Pet experts are urging dog owners to get their pets vaccinated as a mysterious illness spreads across the U.S., causing symptoms such as coughing, nasal discharge, and extreme fatigue. The illness, which can lead to other diseases and has resulted in deaths, is spreading through social settings like boarding facilities and dog parks. While there are no official cases in Virginia yet, veterinarians are struggling to diagnose the illness and are unsure of its viral or bacterial nature. In the meantime, pet owners are advised to be vigilant in caring for their animals, and Angels of Assisi in Roanoke is offering discounted dog vaccinations.

via WDBJ|
#animal-experts#dog-parks#health
pet-health2 years ago

"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
health2 years ago

Minneapolis Pet Owner Shares Heartbreak Over Dog Flu Fatality

A Minneapolis pet owner is urging dog owners to take the canine influenza virus seriously after her dog Rooney died from the illness. At least 20 community cases have been confirmed in Anoka, Carver, and Hennepin counties, with the highest concentration of cases in Uptown and North Loop. Dog parks remain open, but many have signs warning pet owners about the risk of contracting the virus. The owner advises getting dogs vaccinated if possible and keeping them away from other dogs to prevent the spread of the virus. Symptoms include cough, fever, runny eyes or nose, shortness of breath, or fatigue.

via CBS Minnesota|
#canine-influenza#dog-parks#health