Baker House Animal Hospital

Canine influenza is a new and developing disease of dogs. It is believed to have developed from an equine version of influenza. In general the disease does not cause life threatening illness but symptoms similar to kennel cough. Most dogs have no natural immunity and if exposed will develop the flu. For this reason, we at Baker House Animal Hospital are recommending vaccination for dogs who frequent doggy day care, boarding kennels, training facilities, grooming parlors, and other places dogs congregate. It is especially important for dogs who winter in Florida as the disease is more prevalent in that state.