Researchers at the University of Maryland recently revealed a disturbing trend: cats are catching bird flu—and dying from ...

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While dogs can get infected by the H5N1 bird flu, reports of illness among dogs are rare. When they get sick, the symptoms have been mild, the CDC reported earlier this month. Veterinarians urge ...

A nagging cough—it doesn’t matter if it’s dry or phlegmy—is never normal for dogs. Bird flu can attack the lungs and lead to persistent coughing that won’t go away. Respiratory symptoms ...

While dogs are not common carriers of bird flu, they can become infected, especially if exposed to sick or dead birds. Symptoms may resemble other respiratory illnesses. If your dog shows any of ...

In some cases, your pet won’t have any symptoms at all. Less commonly, they might become severely sick. This can lead to pneumonia or death. But the number of dogs who die from dog flu is very ...

3) Dog flu symptoms are apparent Dog flu symptoms involve the respiratory system. Owners should look out for coughing, sluggish energy, reduced appetite and a runny nose. 4) This strain is more ...

While the organization doesn’t have a way to test for dog flu, if veterinarians notice respiratory illness symptoms, the dog is kept in isolation, he said. Here’s what to know about the dog ...

Oklahoma City has reported seeing nearly 300 cases of dogs with flu-like symptoms. The Wichita area hasn’t yet seen any spikes in cases like Oklahoma City. Dr. Jessica Hodes, DVM with Hodes ...

Symptoms of the dog flu include coughing, fever, runny nose and eyes, sluggish behavior and sneezing. Dogs may also experience changes in eating habits. Though no matter how mild or severe the ...

Seek veterinary care immediately symptoms develop. If diagnosed, avoid exposure to other dogs or dog owners. The flu shut down the Asheville Humane Society's adoption program for several weeks ...