Upper Respiratory Infection in Dogs

Overview and Facts

What is

• Upper Respiratory Infection in Dogs: An Overview
Upper respiratory infection in dogs is an infection which affects the upper airways including the bronchi, trachea, and sinuses. Puppies with undeveloped immune systems, and dogs with impaired immune systems, are at an increased risk of developing upper respiratory infections.

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Causes

• Causes of Upper Respiratory Infection
Upper respiratory infections in dogs are caused by viral and bacterial infections which affect the dog’s upper airways. In rare cases, upper respiratory infections in dogs can occur due to canine nasal mites and lung flukes.

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Prevention

• Preventing Upper Respiratory Infection in Dogs
Upper respiratory infections can be prevented through vaccines and quarantine measures. Strong immune systems that are supported by good nutrition and diet can help to ward off, or less the effects of, upper respiratory infections.

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Symptoms and Types

Symptoms

• Symptoms of Upper Respiratory Infection
Upper respiratory infection symptoms in dogs generally include sneezing, coughing, nasal discharge, and pawing at the nose and face. Symptoms such as fever, difficulty breathing, lethargy, and loss of appetite may occur in severe or progressive upper respiratory infections.

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Diagnosis and Tests

Diagnosis

• Diagnosing Upper Respiratory Infection in Dogs
Upper respiratory infections in dogs are most often diagnosed by the symptoms that are present. In some cases, additional tests may be conducted to rule out or confirm the cause of the symptoms.

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Treatment and Care

Treatment

• Treating Upper Respiratory Infections in Dogs
Supportive care and therapies are the main treatment options for upper respiratory infections in dogs. If the infection is caused by bacteria, antibiotic treatments are prescribed. Upper respiratory infections that are the result of parasites are treated using anti-parasitic medications.

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