Symptoms of bacterial pneumonia in dogs and cats may include a moist or productive cough , rapid respiratory (breathing) rate, nasal discharge, loud breathing sounds , malaise/depression, loss of appetite, and/or weight loss. When should I worry about kennel cough ? The main concern with CIRD is it’s potential to lead to pneumonia, which is … Read more
A healthy dog can get kennel cough by inhaling aerosolized bacteria or viruses from an infected dog The bacteria and/or virus can be spread from an infected dog through coughing or sneezing, and dogs can also get it from infected objects (toys, food/water bowls). How does a dog get kennel cough without being around other … Read more
The main concern with CIRD is it’s potential to lead to pneumonia, which is an infection of the lungs. If your dog’s cough persists for more than 3 weeks, if your dog becomes lethargic, stops eating, or is having difficulty breathing , he or she should be evaluated by a veterinarian as soon as possible. … Read more