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CANINE INFLUENZA

When a sneeze is more than a sneeze...

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​You may have heard about the recent concerns about Canine Influenza, which is now present in Minnesota.  We wanted to take a minute to provide you with the latest information, and how this may impact you and your pets.   
 
According to the Minnesota Board of Animal Health, symptoms can include, but are not limited to: not eating, vomiting, coughing, fever, nasal discharge, and sneezing.   The University of Minnesota advises that Canine Influenza “is most likely spread between dogs by aerosol droplets (coughing) or by a dog’s direct contact with contaminated surfaces. It is possible for an infected dog to have no outward signs of infection yet actively shed the virus.”
 
To date, there are no reported cases of transmission to humans, although in some cases cats may be at risk. Risk factors for contracting Canine Influenza include going to dog parks, boarding facilities, grooming facilities, or other places where there is a high concentration of dogs. Just like we as humans receive an annual flu vaccine, a Canine Influenza Vaccine is now available. There is no Influenza vaccine currently approved for cats. We recommend that you consider vaccinating for Canine Influenza if your dog is in high risk situations.
 
As always, if you have any questions or concerns, please contact us at 952-445-7956 anytime.
 
 
The following links provide more detailed information on Canine Influenza:
 

AVMA
https://www.avma.org/KB/Resources/Reference/Pages/Canine-Influenza-Backgrounder.aspx
 
MN board of Animal Health
https://www.bah.state.mn.us/dogs-cats/?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery#canine-influenza



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OFFICE HOURS
Monday         7:30 am - 6:00 pm
Tuesday        7:30 am - 6:00 pm
Wednesday  7:30 am - 6:00 pm
Thursday      7:30 am - 6:00 pm
Friday            7:30 am - 6:00 pm
Saturday         8:00 am - 12:00 pm
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Sunday                             Closed    

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* Note: Doctors on duty starting at 9 am
* Hours subject to change
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MARSCHALL ROAD ANIMAL HOSPITAL
1176 Vierling Drive East
Shakopee, MN 55379
952-445-7956
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  • Home
  • Why MRAH?
    • Contact Us, Directions, & Payment Policy
    • Request Appointment
    • Emergency Information
    • Pet Insurance
    • Reviews & Testimonials
    • Use Your Patient Portal
    • Explore Our Medical Database
  • Staff
    • Doctors
    • Certified Techs & Staff
    • Clinic Kitties
    • Employment Opportunities
  • Services
    • 3 Year Vaccinations
    • Professional Teeth Cleaning
    • What Do Pets Over 7 Need?
    • Screen For Lyme Disease
    • Test For Heartworm Disease
    • Our Surgical Standards
    • Puppies! What They Need
    • Kittens! What They Need
    • Canine Influenza
    • Weight Loss Coaching
    • Declawing In Cats
  • Shop Now!
  • Tour
  • Links
  • Gallery
  • FORMS
    • NEW CLIENT GENERAL CHECK IN FORM
    • NEW PUPPY CHECK IN FORM
    • NEW KITTEN CHECK IN FORM
  • MEDICAL DATABASE