Bird flu, Your Dog and You…
Hitherto, there is no reputable report of H5N1 (bird flu virus) being in any dogs around world. As this virus has surprised all at every turn, we can’t rule out that if a dog picked up a avian flu infected bird, that the dog would succumbed to death with bird flu.
You may be heard the terms H5N1 in dogs, dog avian flu, pet avian flu, dog bird flu, and pet bird flu. But you should be prepared for any situation to keep your pets safe in the troubled times of avian flu.
Bird flu is a viral infection that affects wild birds and poultry. In rare cases it causes severe infections in humans. Dogs are also not exempted from this viral attack. There is possibility of the occurrence of this virus among the pets including dogs. Cats are more prone than dogs.
The normal expected symptoms of bird flu in dogs include fever, intermittent cough, difficult in walking (muscle ache), and difficulty in breathing. Treatment is required within 48 hours.
How to Prevent Avian Flu in Dogs?
The best method to protect your dog from bird flu is gained by secluding your dogs from other pets, bird poop (feces) and birds. Just provide a secured environment outdoors for your dog.
The areas with mice problem (garages, sheds and barns) may get infested with bird droppings and also contains infected mice. Moreover, your dog may be very unhappy if you isolate them in these areas. So don’t seclude your dog in these areas.
For more safety, if you’re too worried about the dog bird flu you can change the dog kennel into ‘quarantine system’ installing biological windows and doors. This will help to prevent the entry of microorganisms into the kennel.
