Generally speaking when pets are in close proximity to each other, and one contracts Kennel Cough, then a large number of the others will come down with the symptoms as well, since this is so easily communicable.
Yes, highly contagious describes Kennel Cough. It is caused by a virus that infects the upper respiratory tract. It can also lead to a bacterial infection, which is why vets sometimes prescribe antibiotics for Kennel Cough treatment.
Cats and dogs can contract Kennel Cough in public places such as the grooming salon, doggie day care, dog parks, puppy mills, boarding facilities, and catteries etc.
The problem is, as with almost all viruses, there'll be no clue that anything is wrong until your pet becomes sick since you can't see the virus with the naked eye; and with the incubation period being anywhere from 2-14 days, you may have a hard time tracing back your foot steps to calculate just where your cat or dog may have picked up the virus.
The Kennel Cough symptoms that you should be on the look-out for are as follows:
* A constant, dry hacking cough that may resemble a "honking" type of noise
* Gagging or vomiting after minimal physical activities or on pressure on the windpipe
* Sneezing
* There may be a watery, runny discharge from the nose
* There may also be fever
* Lethargy is less common, but can be present, and may indicate a severe case of kennel cough.
All of this sounds bad, but the one good thing is this generally is NOT a life-threatening issue. You will be able to get your pets better again by using a simple Kennel Cough home remedy that is easy to use, requires no specialized equipment, is needle-free, and organic.
There are several kennel cough treatments available, but make sure to find out if they are chemical-based drugs - if that is what they are, then don't be surprised to see side-effects (both short- and long-term), and this will just make matters even worse as you'll now have additional problems to deal with.
No worries, we found a safe, effective natural Kennel Cough remedy that will have your pets back on their feet (or under your feet) in full spirits again after a few treatments of easy drops that you put in some fun foods or liquids they like. Just two times per day for a week and those hacking coughs will be gone - in fact, a couple of doses is often all you need to see some relief.
Learn more about this little hidden gem of an organic Kennel Cough treatment and get your cat or dog some greatly-needed relief today.
Tuesday, October 12, 2010
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