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There is the presence of Kennel Cough in a couple of dogs in our village at this time.

Kennel cough is an airway infection that causes a dry hacking cough in dogs and is highly contagious.

Kennel cough spreads by direct contact between dogs, in the air and on surfaces (such as food bowls and leads). Dogs with kennel cough should be kept away from other dogs and public spaces while they are coughing, and for two to three weeks afterwards.

Symptoms of Kennel cough usually take 3-14 days to develop and then last for 1-3 weeks. Most dogs develop a hacking cough and stay otherwise quite well, but puppies, older dogs, and poorly dogs can develop more serious symptoms such as:

A reduced appetite
Low energy (lethargy)
A high temperature (fever).

Treatment is usually anti inflammatories from your vet.
Vaccination is the best way to prevent kennel cough, and is especially necessary if your dog spends lots of time with other dogs or goes into kennels.

For further information on treatment and care – please visit the PDSA website HERE.

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What was started in the United States as National Dog Day in 2004, International Dog Day has been recognised so that all breeds of dogs are celebrated; mixed and pure and to draw attention to the plight of canines around the world and encouraging adoption.

So today – celebrate dogs and their varied talents, both by taking the time to treat the dogs in your own life and by supporting dogs in need.

Please do NOT contact the RSPCA West Dorset Branch – if you want to adopt a dog or have a dog in need of a new home as they can only help by referring you to the other Centres listed below – click on the hyperlinks to visit their websites and contact them.

RSPCA WEST HATCH ANIMAL CENTRE

RSPCA BATH CATS AND DOGS HOME

RSPCA EXETER (LITTLE VALLEY) ANIMAL SHELTER

NATIONAL RSPCA WEBSITE – SEARCH PAGE FOR DOGS

THE DOGS TRUST – have set up a new rehoming process which includes social distancing measures to help keep staff and adopters safe. They are now matching dogs with their new homes virtually and delivering dogs contact-free.

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Does Your Dog Have Kennel Cough?

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Today is International Dog Day

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