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Kennel CoughOur Veterinary Hospital team understands and respects the extraordinary nature of the human-animal bond. We dedicate ourselves to ensuring your pet achieves the best quality of life. Should you suspect your dog has Kennel Cough, call us.

Contact us today if you’re concerned about your dog suffering from kennel cough. Please read below to check out our guide to managing and getting your dog cured.

Port Kennedy Veterinary Hospital

1/9 Fielden Way, Port Kennedy, WA 6172

Phone: +61 89 524 6644

Fax: +61 89 524 6626

Email: admin@portkennedyvet.com.au

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If your dog has a loud cough and looks distressed, call

Phone: +61 89 524 6644

It can be distressing to witness your dog being sick. Your dog is generally miserable and lethargic. The cough itself is also loud and can sound quite concerning. This type of cough can become quite serious if left untreated for a long time, and it also prevents your dog from being near other dogs until they have recovered.

Kennel Cough, what is it?

Kennel Cough is a respiratory disease that occurs in puppies and dogs. Dogs tend to catch it at boarding kennels or off-lead dog parks. Treatment is easy. Dogs should be immunised to minimise risk.

Symptoms of Kennel Cough. 

Some common symptoms are associated with kennel cough, one being a ‘honking’ sound as your dog coughs. Other symptoms may include:

• Frequent sneezing

• Runny nose

• Tiredness

• Loss of appetite

The treatment of Kennel Cough?

Treatment is similar to a common cold in humans. A fortnight of rest should be enough for recovery to take place. Should the symptoms persist, it may be necessary to prescribe antibiotics or cough medication to ease the symptoms.

Treatment is essential if symptoms persist. 

Often, a cough may resolve itself on its own. However, if after 14 days, your dog is still not well, antibiotics may have to be used.

How to stop the spread of Kennel Cough.

Separate your dog from other pets and keep their food and water bowls apart. 

Are humans at risk?

Humans can’t catch kennel cough, but other animals may become infected.

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Veterinary Care for Puppies

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Essential Vet Care for Puppies: Health Tips & Checkups Guide

Vet Care for Puppies: Just like babies, puppies need constant care for the first few months of their life to monitor behaviour and keep them safe. Your puppy should make its first visit to the vet before it reaches 10 weeks old – the longer you wait, the more you put them at risk.

Puppy care involves a range of preventative treatments and checkups, all of which are included in our Puppy Wellness Package. To learn more about how your vet can care for your puppy, read the information below.

Vaccinations

Vaccines are a vital part of your puppy’s care to help prevent severe disease. There are two classes of vaccine: core vaccines, which should be given to every puppy, and supplementary vaccines, which are only recommended for certain dogs and specific situations.

The three core vaccines offered at Port Kennedy Veterinary Hospital are distemper (a viral disease affecting the respiratory, gastrointestinal and nervous systems); canine adenovirus type 2 (an infectious respiratory disease) and canine parvovirus type 2 (a virus infecting the intestines). The first vaccine for a new puppy is recommended at around 8 weeks, with regular boosters administered for the first few months.

Deworming

Many puppies are born with intestinal parasites that they inherit from their mother. Your dog should be wormed every few weeks for the first few months and then every three months thereafter. This treatment should be completed regardless of whether worm droppings are visible, as the evidence of intestinal worms can sometimes be too small to be seen. If left untreated, these parasites can cause anaemia and weight loss, so preventing their growth is vital.

Desexing

Spaying or neutering your puppy provides health benefits for your pet and lifestyle benefits for you. It prevents pets from fighting or roaming and makes them more relaxed and affectionate, while also eliminating the risk of certain cancers. The ideal time for surgical spaying is between 4 and 6 months of age, before your puppy reaches sexual maturity.

Teething

Your puppy’s first teeth will begin to erupt after just a few weeks, with the teething process lasting a few months. Ensure your dog maintains excellent oral health by brushing regularly and visiting your veterinary clinic for dental check-ups. Preventing gum disease and tooth decay is simply a matter of monitoring your pet’s diet and keeping teeth strong by chewing on raw or dental bones every week.

If you’d like to arrange vaccinations for your puppy or purchase a wellness package, call Port Kennedy Veterinary Hospital now on 08 9524 6644 or visit our contact page for more ways to get in touch.

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