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Prevent the Spread of Dog Flu

A simple vaccination can keep your dog and community safe from an outbreak.

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A Highly Contagious Respiratory Disease

All it takes is one interaction for your pet to contract Dog Flu.

It Happens So Fast

Almost every dog exposed to the virus will become infected.2

Dog Flu can pass from dog to dog through direct physical contact or from virus particles in the air. It can also be spread through objects that were touched by infected dogs, like toys or water bowls.

Danger Zones

Some of your dog’s favorite places are high risk areas. Dog parks, day cares, boarding facilities and other pet-friendly locations can all pose a threat to your dog.

A Growing Concern For Dogs

States with Reported Cases of Dog Flu*

The first confirmed Dog Flu (H3N8 strain) outbreak occurred in Florida at a greyhound racing track. Since then, another strain has emerged (H3N2) and one or both strains have been seen in almost every state in the US.

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*Cornell University, Test Summary for Canine Influenza Virus in Dogs not Affiliated with Greyhound Racetracks, 2009; Crawford, et al., Transmission of Equine Influenza Virus to Dogs, P.C., 2005. Syndromic surveillance data of Cynda Crawford, DVM, PhD, University of Florida; Edward Dubovi, PhD, Cornell University; Sanjay Kapill, DVM, PhD, ACVIM, Oklahoma State University; IDEXX Laboratories and Cornell AHDC CIV Surveillance Network.

Last updated 08/2021

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KNOW THE SYMPTOMS

Dog Flu can be difficult to diagnose and often difficult to treat.

Be aware of the following common signs of Dog Flu:

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Kennel & Boarding Safety Recommendations

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TESTIMONIALS

Learn from what other pet owners and professionals have experienced.

2. Crawford C, Spindel M. Canine influenza. In: Miller L, Hurley K, eds. Infectious Disease Management in Animal Shelters. Ames, IA: Wiley-Blackwell; 2009:173-180.

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About Dog Flu

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