East Islip Animal Hospital

Many of our customers have asked about the threat of canine influenza to their dogs. Canine flu is a highly contagious respiratory virus with nearly all dogs that are exposed becoming infected within a few days after exposure. This disease is highly contagious, so dogs that are around other dogs(boarding, grooming, dog shows, dog parks and even contact with neighbors dogs) are at increased risk. About 80% of exposed dogs will go on to evolve signs. Typical symptoms resemble those of kennel cough, a persistent cough (often accompanied by a nasal discharge)