Canine Influenza

mbgood

What have people heard about this? 

I asked my vet (I am in Minneapolis) if we could get a vaccination and she said they are in very short supply so only going to those who need it most--getting boarded, doggy daycare, etc. I am nervous about going to the dog park, so haven't much lately, but that's no fun...

Anyone have any insights?

chooba

I asked my vet the same. She said if he starts coughing. Sneezing, lethargic ect to bring him in, but vaccination wasnt necessary... even after I explained he goes to daycare 3 days a week and dog parks at least once weekly.

Chooba needs frequent socialization with other dogs, its the only thing that wears him out, and its the highlight of his day. I cant take that away.

The press has the panic market down, its what sells. Just look at FOX. Ill be mindful of his daily health and if I sense anything suspicious, take action immediatly. but im not gonna stick choob in a bunker till it blows over

mbgood

That's the direction I am leaning, too. Murphy is far more managable and happily worn out after a trip to the dog park, and since we go 3-4 times a week, I can't imagine not going. Plus, she has so many friends (the people more than the dogs) who are happy to see her and call her by name to love her up, it would kill me to lose that. It's not like the flu is "Dog-bola" anyway...

BulliesofNC

I'm sure there are literally thousands of different vaccinations and medications available for canines. However, most are unnecessary and many carry their own risks for reactions and side effects. I have never given any of my bullies a Influenza vacinations and I have never had any of my dogs get sick due to missing out on a specific vaccination that isn't warranted by most Vets.