The CIV has a two- to four-day incubation period before a dog will show signs, and infected dogs are most contagious during this period. Therefore, an apparently healthy dog may spread CIV. The virus can persist in the environment for 48 hours, and 80 percent of dogs who are exposed...Read More
Can humans transmit flu to animals?
You'll be happy to know that similar to the common cold, your dog won't get the flu if a human member of the household is sick. The flu virus is spread from one person to another person, so make sure to cover your coughs and sneezes. However, there is a...Read More
How long are dogs contagious with flu?
Dogs can sometimes get a bacterial infection from dog flu.
Your dog will usually get better in 2 to 3 weeks.
The vet will also give you information about how to quarantine your dog while they recover.
This helps lower the risk of it spreading to other pets.
They’ll also...Read More
Can I get a respiratory illness from my dog?
Some infections are contagious, meaning they can spread easily among dogs, especially in dog parks, boarding kennels, and grooming salons. Viruses — Various viruses, including canine parainfluenza virus, adenovirus, and influenza virus, commonly cause respiratory infections in dogs. Bacteria — The bacterium Bordetella bronchiseptica is a primary cause of kennel...Read More
What if my dog eats something random off the ground?
If your pooch just won't stop eating anything and everything it sees, you are not alone. We know that this behavior can be stomach-turning for pet parents but it's actually a natural scavenging behavior in our canine companions. Puppies can be particularly keen on eating things they find including leaves,...Read More
What to do if a dog eats something outside?
You should first check what your dog has eaten. If you know it may be toxic or harmful you should contact your veterinarian straight away. However, it isn’t always possible to know if your dog has ingested the entire item or eaten it when you weren’t paying much attention. Keep...Read More
How long will it take for a dog to pass something they ate?
Your dog may vomit after eating something harmful, but it’s more likely that symptoms will take a couple of days to develop (depending on what they has eaten).
The quicker you take your dog to your vet, the better their chance of recovering without complications.
Never wait to see if...Read More
Can dogs get sick from eating off the ground?
If your dog eats things it shouldn't there may be a good reason to be concerned. Dogs will frequently nibble on grass, though some dogs prefer it more than others. Eating grass is generally considered safe as long as it is not heavily coated in chemicals and your dog is...Read More
What can I give my dog to help them pass an object?
In some instances, the foreign body may be able to pass on its own. Your veterinarian may recommend hospitalization of your dog for close observation and probably intravenous (IV) fluids, and will perform follow-up Xrays to track the progress of the foreign object. Some of these objects will pass through...Read More
How long after eating something will a dog get sick?
There’s generally a short amount of time between when your dog eats contaminated food and when they start showing a physical reaction. The symptoms and severity of food poisoning depend on the type of bacteria. You may need to go to an animal hospital right away if their symptoms are...Read More
What to give a dog that swallowed something?
If your dog swallows something they shouldn’t, such as balls, chicken bones or stones, some objects may be small enough to pass through their system without causing any problems but others may get stuck and your dog could become seriously ill quite quickly. Treatment may be needed if your dog...Read More
How long after eating something will a dog show signs of blockage?
If your dog develops a gut blockage, it’s likely that they will need an emergency operation. One of the first symptoms of a gut blockage is often vomiting. Contact your vet immediately if you think your dog has eaten something that they shouldn’t have. Never wait to see if a...Read More
How do you clear a dog's blockage?
If you manage to get your dog to your vet very quickly after they have swallowed something that they shouldn’t have, they may be able to give them an injection to make them sick. This does however, depend on what they’ve swallowed – your vet wont do so if it...Read More
How to flush poison out of a dog's system?
If you suspect your pet's been poisoned, contact a vet immediately. Follow your vet's advice – they'll tell you what the situation is depending on the poison and how much of it your dog has had. While you're waiting for the vet: Don't attempt to treat or medicate dogs yourself....Read More
What are the cons of having two dogs?
They didn’t always get along. I have one dog now, and it’s easier maybe to just have one, but would he want a dog friend? Maybe in the past the two that I had were just a bad match, because the other people I know with two or more don’t...Read More