Liz Jones Posted March 20, 2012 Report Share Posted March 20, 2012 Hi Guys looks like we won't be coming to Husky Camp Freya has just been diagnosed with kennel cough yesterday and Brookes come down with it as well today. It's not a nice disease and Freya has it worse. Started with a tickly cough on Sunday and then Sunday night the phlegm started. Monday led to green phlegm so off to the vets with her... they diagnosed kennel cough and prescriped Ronaxan for 5 days... Brooke started with a slight cough today so phoned the vets and he has now prescribed the same for Brooke and Indi even though Indi has no signs yet Rest for a week and then gentle exercise for the next week going to kill me.. as means no more walks with our friends for a while... does anyone know how long they are infectious for??? and how long they should be in isolation from other dogs?? Husky camp is only less than two weeks away and wouldn't want to pass this on to any other dogs .. Freya's cough today has been dry although it is still very hacking and sounds very dry.... Not sure where she picked it up from had been to Formby last weekend and it takes 5 to 7 days to come out so could have been here or when we went to Croxteth Park ?? but could have been anywhere... Keep your eyes on your furbabies and if necessary don't hesitate to seek vets advice as not nice... There are some natural treatments you can use and if anyone has any suggestions on how to treat I'd be very grateful... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flyingspanner Posted March 20, 2012 Report Share Posted March 20, 2012 Thanks for the heads up Liz. Hope the Furbies get better soon. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vlad Posted March 20, 2012 Report Share Posted March 20, 2012 Vlad n Vixen send there husky cuddles get well soon Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Luka Posted March 20, 2012 Report Share Posted March 20, 2012 Aww blimey Liz!!! So sorry Brooke has it now too!! really hope Indi doesn't get it too. Hope u don't go too mad without the walks and the girlies get better soon xxxx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Liz Jones Posted March 20, 2012 Author Report Share Posted March 20, 2012 Thanks Guys thought it best to warn you all ... hope no-one else gets it!!! and it's not like the stomach bug at Christmas that went through us all Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flyingspanner Posted March 20, 2012 Report Share Posted March 20, 2012 Personally, I can't wait to see Liz dragging Derek round Crocky on his Scooter. There's no way he's going to miss out on his Mushing fix, and if the dogs can't pull . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Debs0306 Posted March 20, 2012 Report Share Posted March 20, 2012 Thanks Guys thought it best to warn you all ... hope no-one else gets it!!! and it's not like the stomach bug at Christmas that went through us all Hi Liz hope Freya & Brooke r ok sorry to hear there not to good Huskie hugs all round xxxx:grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Liz Jones Posted March 20, 2012 Author Report Share Posted March 20, 2012 Personally, I can't wait to see Liz dragging Derek round Crocky on his Scooter. There's no way he's going to miss out on his Mushing fix, and if the dogs can't pull . Now don't be giving him any ideas ... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robke Posted March 20, 2012 Report Share Posted March 20, 2012 Sorry to hear about that Liz.... for your furkids from mine... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Povodny Posted March 20, 2012 Report Share Posted March 20, 2012 Personally, I can't wait to see Liz dragging Derek round Crocky on his Scooter. There's no way he's going to miss out on his Mushing fix, and if the dogs can't pull . I laughed so much I got a stitch :| Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flyingspanner Posted March 20, 2012 Report Share Posted March 20, 2012 I laughed so much I got a stitch :| Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stormchaser09 Posted March 20, 2012 Report Share Posted March 20, 2012 oh no what a shame, hope they are better soon. Love the idea of you pulling the scooter. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flyingspanner Posted March 20, 2012 Report Share Posted March 20, 2012 oh no what a shame, hope they are better soon. Love the idea of you pulling the scooter. I think there's an idea in here for a bit off fun at Katy's Picnic in the Park, "Owners pulling dogs on Scooters" Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mollys_mum Posted March 20, 2012 Report Share Posted March 20, 2012 Please be advised that there is also Kennel Cough in and around Newquay (Cornwall) and Darlington at present - unfortunately my brother has unwittingly passed it on from purchasing a pup from Darlington 2 weeks ago and taken it to Cornwall. :eek: My mum's vet in Cornwall has advised (as of yesterday) no direct contact for the next 2 weeks. Visitors without dogs are advised to put shoes and clothes straight into the washing machine as it can be carried underfoot and on clothes for a few hours. I had to ask my mum to ask her vet about the risks as my teenage son and his g/friend have just travelled to Cornwall to stay with my brother as well as my mum (on separate days) for a week - and I do not want it brought back here. My mum's vet advised Molly and Timber be vaccinated just incase, but as far as I am aware, Kennel Cough vaccinations are largely ineffective because it is like trying to treat the common cold in humans. I could do with other opinions, in terms of what other members' vet's have said on this though. I have suggested a sticky so that the spread of it can be at least monitored. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flyingspanner Posted March 20, 2012 Report Share Posted March 20, 2012 I have suggested a sticky so that the spread of it can be at least monitored. Great idea. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SaraB Posted March 20, 2012 Report Share Posted March 20, 2012 My mom brings home dogs from the shelter all the time who have KC. It's very common in shelters around here. I could be wrong, but I heard that three days after you put them on meds, they can be around other dogs without passing it on. Guess I've had to deal with it so much that it doesn't seem that bad. Elara got it when she was younger. It was a reaction to the meds to keep her from getting it! I think my mom's dogs have been exposed to it so many times, they don't catch it anymore. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
irene Posted March 20, 2012 Report Share Posted March 20, 2012 Hi Guys looks like we won't be coming to Husky Camp Freya has just been diagnosed with kennel cough yesterday and Brookes come down with it as well today. It's not a nice disease and Freya has it worse. Started with a tickly cough on Sunday and then Sunday night the phlegm started. Monday led to green phlegm so off to the vets with her... they diagnosed kennel cough and prescriped Ronaxan for 5 days... Brooke started with a slight cough today so phoned the vets and he has now prescribed the same for Brooke and Indi even though Indi has no signs yet Rest for a week and then gentle exercise for the next week going to kill me.. as means no more walks with our friends for a while... does anyone know how long they are infectious for??? and how long they should be in isolation from other dogs?? Husky camp is only less than two weeks away and wouldn't want to pass this on to any other dogs .. Freya's cough today has been dry although it is still very hacking and sounds very dry.... Not sure where she picked it up from had been to Formby last weekend and it takes 5 to 7 days to come out so could have been here or when we went to Croxteth Park ?? but could have been anywhere... Keep your eyes on your furbabies and if necessary don't hesitate to seek vets advice as not nice... There are some natural treatments you can use and if anyone has any suggestions on how to treat I'd be very grateful... sorry your babies arnt well ...will be vigalant ...thanx liz Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
irene Posted March 20, 2012 Report Share Posted March 20, 2012 sorry your babies arnt well ...will be vigalant ...thanx liz liz ...ive just thought i have a medical book off some friends ..i will have a look for you ...x Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chrissy Posted March 20, 2012 Report Share Posted March 20, 2012 I have a family friend who worked at a vets and has a best friend who is a vet I shall see what they have to say Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
irene Posted March 20, 2012 Report Share Posted March 20, 2012 liz ...ive just thought i have a medical book off some friends ..i will have a look for you ...x liz ...kennel cough highly contagious !!!! ...with rest and stress free enviroment ,most adult dogs recover rapidly within 7 to 14 d ays,keeping dog quiet will speed recovery ....if it a severe case it does need vetinary attention it says ...check it out on web ...take care ... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marc Posted March 20, 2012 Report Share Posted March 20, 2012 Oh dear Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Povodny Posted March 20, 2012 Report Share Posted March 20, 2012 Aww Liz I'm so sorry your gorgeous girls are poorly puppies. I hope they feel more comfortable soon. I've just been doing some research on the t'internet. It says 2to14 days incubation and keep infected dogs isolated 7 days after symptoms disappear. It also recommends any dogs having been in contact with an infected dog have the vaccination and stay away from any groups for 7 days after that to enable the vaccine to take effect The other interesting thing it said was a dog can carry it without showing symptoms. I'm not sure how accurate this info is but to be on the safe side we'll get ours vaccinated. I'm more concerned how it would affect Safi than anything and we were planning on getting them the vaccination in a few months with a view to putting them in kennels later in the year anyway Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Liz Jones Posted March 20, 2012 Author Report Share Posted March 20, 2012 liz ...ive just thought i have a medical book off some friends ..i will have a look for you ...x thanks Irene any advice gratefully received I have a family friend who worked at a vets and has a best friend who is a vet I shall see what they have to say Thanks Chrissy hope your two are fine as I know how hard you've worked to sort out Kia's tum ... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SA DA KA Posted March 20, 2012 Report Share Posted March 20, 2012 Hello Liz, sorry to hear your three have kennel cough, as irene stated that is pretty much what to do, here is a little read on it. All the best and sorry your not going to Camp. Husky Lovers in Vermont Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SA DA KA Posted March 20, 2012 Report Share Posted March 20, 2012 liz ...ive just thought i have a medical book off some friends ..i will have a look for you ...x ;) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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