Canine Influenza: The Dog Flu

Canine influenza is a contagious respiratory infection that may cause cough, nasal discharge and fever. Testing and preventive vaccination decisions depend on exposure risk and veterinary assessment.

Editorial overview based on the linked VCA resource; this is not the complete original handout. Prepared 2026-10-03; not veterinarian-reviewed. Diagnosis and treatment, including medication choice and dose, require veterinary guidance.