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Kennel Cough Symptoms shouldn't be ignored. Tracheobronchitis is more commonly known as kennel cough ,this is an airborne infection which can be caused by bacteria known as Bordetella bronchiseptic , or a virus known as canine parainfluenza or a mycoplasma( organism between virus and bacteria). Dogs are more or less likely to be attacked by any of the above disease carriers.Dogs that stay at kennels are more likely to be infected by this ailment ,being an airborne contagious disease dogs that are put together in one kennel are more likely to spread it among each other. Sometimes while traveling or while attending dog shows ,dogs are more open to this viral and bacterial attack ,especially those dogs who travel frequently or attend dog shows more often. Kennel cough is a viral or bacterial infection which affect the lungs and the throat of the canine. In rare cases canines are infected seriously and kennel cough can become a life threatening ailment ,so it is advisable to give proper treatment to the dogs at the earlier stage itself. Symptoms of canine kennel cough are same as regular cough. Dry Cough with hacking sound is the most common symptom for kennel cough .Dry hacking cough followed by retching is also very commonly seen.Most dogs are known to cough making a sound as though honking. Sneezing and coughing are the first symptoms of kennel cough in almost all the dogs. In mild case of kennel cough ,dogs are known to be as active as before and there is no mention of loss of appetite. Many a times dogs are known to be as alert and as active as before. In severe cases of kennel cough ,dogs are known to sneeze with passage of yellowish nasal discharge .Dogs in severe cases are seen to be lethargic .Loss of appetite is seen in severe kennel cough .Sneezing coughing along with fever are the first signs of severity of kennel cough. Kennel cough if not taken well care of can lead to pneumonia ,and be life threatening in severest of case. Canines who have not been immunized are more prone to get severe infection of kennel cough. Kennel cough is diagnosed on basis of the symptoms and knowledge of exposure to infected dogs. Symptoms of kennel cough are seen only 3 to 5 days after being infected ,symptoms of the cough include callous and dry cough, sneezing, retching and snorting after exercise or snorting in response to light pressing of trachea. In some cases dogs do come down with fever ,but not in all .Kennel cough lasts up to 10 to 20 days .During Kennel cough your canine can get a bit aggressive and short tempered too ,it is best to let the dog rest as much as possible to ensure speedy recovery. Dogs who are infected with kennel cough are easily prone to pneumonia too, in this case extra care and attention along with proper treatment is a must. For the treatment of Kennel cough, it is advisable to take the dog and visit your regular vet as negligence in the case of kennel cough can put the life of your dog in danger as well as spread infection among the surrounding dogs too. Kennel Cough Symptoms need to be considered serious. Muna wa Wanjiru Has Been Researching and Reporting on Coughs for Years. For More Information on Kennel Cough Symptoms, Visit His Site at KENNEL COUGH SYMPTOMS
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