Kennel Cough in Dogs: Symptoms and Solutions!

Kennel cough, (also known as Bordetella or
tracheobronchitis), is a highly contagious
air-born virus that is very common in the canine
community worldwide. There are a number of
symptoms and treatments available, as we will
discuss here in this article. The virus spreads
rapidly among dogs in close quarters such as
kennels, rescue shelters, and other places where
there may be a large concentration of dogs.The
virus is present in other pathogens, or germs,
often found in other common canine illnesses
like distemper and canine influenza, to name a
few. Kennel cough spreads through the tiny
particles that explode through the air when
another dog coughs or sneezes. This cough or
sneeze shoots millions of pathogens through the
immediate area and the virus is still contagious
up to three weeks from the initial contamination.
Dogs with decreased immunity like puppies, sick,
or elderly dogs are much more susceptible and
the virus is more life threatening to them as
well.

Symptoms of Kennel Cough

Dogs infected with kennel cough will generally
begin to show symptoms within about three days
of the initial exposure. Effected dogs will
display a dry hacking cough that is often
described as a "honking" sound accompanied by a
clear nasal discharge. Lack of energy and
lethargic behavior is another common symptom.
More healthy dogs may not display a lack of
appetite; however, lack of appetite is a common
symptom as well. Dogs may also show signs of
"retching" which is a severe abdominal condition
that can develop as a secondary issue to kennel
cough due to the constant harsh cough.

Treatment options for Kennel Cough

At the first sign of these symptoms pet owners
should take their dogs to the vet as soon as
possible. Kennel cough can be quite stubborn and
can re-appear in dogs more easily once they are
exposed. Because it is viral in nature,
antibiotics can have little to no effect on the
cough, only on secondary bacterial infections.
Another problem with antibiotics as a treatment
is that they kill both the "bad" and "good"
bacteria; this can lead to other health issues
in the future such as Systemic Yeast Infection.

There are other options available to pet owners
and many veterinarians are using these natural
approaches as well. One safe alternative
approach that can assist against these stubborn
strains is an all natural product called
Ox-E-Drops.

What makes Ox-E-Drops so effective? For
starters, it works by harnessing the body's own
pH, increasing oxygenation to the cells. They
also work enzymatically, releasing ions that
have the effect of disrupting certain enzymes
common to harmful bacteria, viruses and fungi.
This is unlike medications that lose their
effectiveness over time as the body builds up
immunity to them. Ox-E-Drops can be used both
orally and in a vaporizer, breathed directly
into the lungs. (for instructions on how to use
Ox-E Drops in a vaporizer, click here.)

Many pet owners who have tried traditional
treatments for kennel cough to no avail, have
found Ox-E-Drops to be both safe and effective
in providing an answer to their pet's difficult
respiratory problems. These drops can also
assist in circumventing future respiratory
ailments.

Kennel cough can be difficult to cure if left
untreated for too long. It is important to find
a product that works. There are all natural pet
supplements, such as Ox-E Drops, which are
guaranteed to work. Do you reasearch, but it is
important to get your pet on something right
away.


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article submitted by Tim Delaney. References
include Nzymes Product Reviews at
http://www.nzymesproductreviews.com and Nzymes,
at
http://www.nzymes.com/web/kennel-cough-in-dogs-symptoms-and-options/


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