What Causes Kennel Cough in Dogs?
There are several reasons behind the development of kennel cough in dogs. Among these, the bacteria, ‘Bordetella Bronchiseptica’ and the viruses, ‘Canine Parainfluenza-3’ and ‘Canine Adenovirus Type 2’ are the primary reasons for kennel cough in dogs. The bacteria can form inside the body of the dogs or can be transmitted through air or direct contact. The virus, Canine Parainfluenza-3 affects the epithelial cells of the respiratory tract and Canine Adenovirus Type 2 penetrate deep into the lungs of the animals. In some cases, kennel cough also results from a combination of these three causes and this requires immediate medical intervention and cure. What are the Symptoms of Kennel Cough in Dogs? The incubation period for kennel cough in dogs is defined as the period of time which starts from the initial stage when dogs contract the infection till the symptoms develop. This period is usually 3 – 10 days. The most prominent symptom of kennel cough in dogs is a persistent dry hacking cou
