Picture showing what illnesses vaccine are able to protect your dog from

Did you know that even fully vaccinated dogs can get colds too?  Doggie daycare is very similar to a child’s daycare and, although we have a stringent cleaning protocol, some germs may still spread.  Dogtopia of Viera commits to keeping your dog safe and healthy.  In any social environment where dogs interact, canine cough can occur.  Similar to a cold in humans, canine cough is caused by an airborne bacteria or virus.  These contagions spread through contact with infected dogs.

what is canine cough?

Canine cough, an infectious bronchitis, presents as a harsh and hacking cough.  It may seem like your dog is trying to cough something up.  Just like the common cold in humans, canine cough is a mild illness that normally resolves quickly.  A dog with canine cough typically has no fever and maintains a normal activity level and appetite despite coughing.  For more information please visit https://www.avma.org/resources-tools/pet-owners/petcare/canine-infectious-respiratory-disease-complex-kennel-cough

Canine Cough Treatment

Canine cough typically resolves on its own, but your veterinarian may have treatments they wish to administer.  Antibiotics may treat bacterial infections, and cough suppressants can provide comfort during natural recovery.  Often, treatment is not necessary, but always seek the advice of your veterinary professional to see if medication is warranted.

prevention and mitigation

Dogtopia of Viera commits to preventing the spread of germs in our facilities.  We sanitize our playrooms using Dogtopia’s dog safe cleaning program twice daily and spot clean through the play day. We change and refresh water bowls hourly with clean sanitized bowls, our HVAC system never recirculates air and uses a UV emitter to kill germs before they can enter the playrooms.

Vaccines

Because dogs can get colds too, Dogtopia of Viera has a very strict vaccine policy.  Our facility requires all dogs to be up to date on vaccines.  The Bordetella vaccine, commonly referred to as kennel cough, offers protection from contagious bacteria and a few viruses.  We strongly recommend the canine influenza vaccine.

don’t vaccines prenvent canine cough?

Although vaccines help prevent or minimize symptoms and transmission of some causes of canine cough, a fully vaccinated dog can still get a cold.  There are many germs that can cause canine cough.  Additionally, some canine cough vaccines will protect a dog from the bacteria Bordetella as well as two other viruses, adenovirus and parainfluenza.  Surprisingly, vaccines prevent only about 40% of what causes canine cough.

Additionally, please make sure to fully investigate any doggie daycare or boarding facility you choose to use.  Full transparency and great communication are key to an amazing experience.  Ready to set up your meet and greet?

book it!

If you’re interested in booking any of our daycare, boarding, or spa services, please fill out our online contact form or call us at 321-294-4102 to arrange a meeting with our team. We can’t wait to welcome you and your pet to their new home away from home and show you the benefits of Dogtopia of Viera’s doggie daycare.