It was never recorded before that dogs in the U.S. got the flu. However, recently a few cases in Florida have been recorded. Since there were no records of the flu before there was never the need for a vaccine, but according to webmd.com there is a vaccine that can help reduce the severity of a dog flu in case they got it.
Dogs don’t die of the flu usually, but different ages and sizes are at risk of catching it. However, dogs with a ‘smushed-in’ face like a french bulldog or a pug have a tougher time dealing with the flu. Symptoms are sneezing following with harsh, dry cough and ending with retching. It has not been recorded that a dog flu can be transmitted to umans.
The flu is a viral infection, so it cannot be treated with antibiotics. There are ways though to reduce the severity of the flu naturally. Read more about canine flu natural remedies in the article below:
