Dog flu outbreaks hit shelters, homes across US as vets encourage owners to get their dog vaccinated
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Veterinarians have been reporting an outbreak of the dog flu across the U.S. and are recommending for owners to consider getting their pet vaccinated.
Canine flu symptoms include coughing, sneezing, eye and nose discharge, fever, lethargy and trouble breathing. While there are limited treatment options after a dog becomes infected, there is a preventative vaccine. While it is not a core puppy vaccine, dogs that are at risk for catching the flu virus can receive it from their vet. Veterinarian technician Justin Jones (L) prepares to give a dog named Sadie a canine influenza immunization at Los Gatos Dog and Cat Hospital. (Justin Sullivan/Getty Images) Two dogs wait to receive a canine influenza immunization at Los Gatos Dog and Cat Hospital in Los Gatos, California. (Justin Sullivan/Getty Images) Veterinarian technician Justin Jones (L) tries to distract a dog as he prepares to give a canine influenza immunization at Los Gatos Dog and Cat Hospital in Los Gatos, California. (Justin Sullivan/Getty Images) Veternarian Dr. Linda Pirie examines a dog named Louie at Los Gatos Dog and Cat Hospital in Los Gatos, California. (Justin Sullivan/Getty Images) Veterinarian technician Justin Jones prepares a syringe with a canine influenza vaccine at Los Gatos Dog and Cat Hospital on January 25, 2018 in Los Gatos, California. (Justin Sullivan/Getty Images) Veterinarian technician Sandi Broeland (L) greets dogs that are waiting to receive a canine influenza immunization at Los Gatos Dog and Cat Hospital in Los Gatos, California. (Justin Sullivan/Getty Images) Sarah Rumpf is a Fox News Digital Production Assistant. You can reach her on Twitter at @rumpfsarahc