06/13/2022
Please note that we have a suspected case of kennel cough from a dog that had stayed here recently.
Kennel cough can incubate for up to 14 days without showing any signs.
We ask that if your dog(s) are showing any signs of coughing, hacking, sneezing, runny eyes/nose, that you DO NOT bring them to the Doggie Dorm. This will run it's course as it always does.
**SOME FACTS ABOUT KENNEL COUGH**
🐾 In it's simplest form, it is a common cold in dogs, although highly contagious.
🐾 It can incubate for up to 14 days without your dog showing any symptoms.
🐾 Your dog(s) can get kennel cough even if they just meet a dog on the street who has it or in the same vicinity.
🐾Dogs who have contracted kennel cough before have a better chance of fighting it off faster or not getting it as their immune system may be better.
🐾 In a lot of mild cases it is not necessary to see your vet although if you are worried and the symptoms seem bad we highly recommend it.
🐾Very young and old dogs are more at risk.
🐾 The vaccination is not 100% but will help with the symptoms even if your dog(s) do get it.
**WHAT TO DO AND NOT TO DO**
🐾 If your dog(s) are showing signs, check with your vet for the correct course of action.
🐾 If your dog(s) have or suspected of having kennel cough, do not bring them to any area where they can spread it like:
- Daycares/Boarding Facilities
- Groomers
- Trainers
- Dog Parks
- Pet Stores
🐾 Your dog(s) must not return to daycare if infected for a minimum period of 3 weeks.
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