{"id":4942,"date":"2022-04-18T03:15:33","date_gmt":"2022-04-18T03:15:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/is-a-dog-flu-shot-necessary\/"},"modified":"2022-04-19T09:02:56","modified_gmt":"2022-04-19T09:02:56","slug":"is-a-dog-flu-shot-necessary","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/is-a-dog-flu-shot-necessary\/","title":{"rendered":"Is a dog flu shot necessary?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_17 counter-hierarchy counter-decimal ez-toc-grey\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"display: none;\"><i class=\"ez-toc-glyphicon ez-toc-icon-toggle\"><\/i><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class=\"ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1\"><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/is-a-dog-flu-shot-necessary\/#Is_a_dog_flu_shot_necessary\" title=\"Is a dog flu shot necessary?\">Is a dog flu shot necessary?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/is-a-dog-flu-shot-necessary\/#How_often_does_a_dog_need_a_flu_shot\" title=\"How often does a dog need a flu shot?\">How often does a dog need a flu shot?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/is-a-dog-flu-shot-necessary\/#How_long_is_the_canine_influenza_vaccine_good_for\" title=\"How long is the canine influenza vaccine good for?\">How long is the canine influenza vaccine good for?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/is-a-dog-flu-shot-necessary\/#Can_Dog_flu_go_away_on_its_own\" title=\"Can Dog flu go away on its own?\">Can Dog flu go away on its own?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/is-a-dog-flu-shot-necessary\/#What_are_the_side_effects_of_the_dog_flu_vaccine\" title=\"What are the side effects of the dog flu vaccine?\">What are the side effects of the dog flu vaccine?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/is-a-dog-flu-shot-necessary\/#What_vaccines_do_my_dogs_really_need\" title=\"What vaccines do my dogs really need?\">What vaccines do my dogs really need?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/is-a-dog-flu-shot-necessary\/#When_should_dog_get_flu_shot\" title=\"When should dog get flu shot?\">When should dog get flu shot?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/is-a-dog-flu-shot-necessary\/#Can_the_flu_kill_a_dog\" title=\"Can the flu kill a dog?\">Can the flu kill a dog?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/is-a-dog-flu-shot-necessary\/#What_shots_do_dogs_need_every_year\" title=\"What shots do dogs need every year?\">What shots do dogs need every year?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/is-a-dog-flu-shot-necessary\/#How_do_you_know_a_dog_has_a_fever\" title=\"How do you know a dog has a fever?\">How do you know a dog has a fever?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/is-a-dog-flu-shot-necessary\/#What_can_dogs_not_eat\" title=\"What can dogs not eat?\">What can dogs not eat?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/is-a-dog-flu-shot-necessary\/#How_do_I_know_if_my_dog_has_a_cold_or_flu\" title=\"How do I know if my dog has a cold or flu?\">How do I know if my dog has a cold or flu?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/is-a-dog-flu-shot-necessary\/#Can_a_dog_get_a_virus\" title=\"Can a dog get a virus?\">Can a dog get a virus?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/is-a-dog-flu-shot-necessary\/#What_is_in_the_6_in_1_vaccine_for_dogs\" title=\"What is in the 6 in 1 vaccine for dogs?\">What is in the 6 in 1 vaccine for dogs?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/is-a-dog-flu-shot-necessary\/#Does_my_dog_need_a_Lyme_vaccine\" title=\"Does my dog need a Lyme vaccine?\">Does my dog need a Lyme vaccine?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/is-a-dog-flu-shot-necessary\/#What_happens_if_a_dog_gets_vaccinated_twice\" title=\"What happens if a dog gets vaccinated twice?\">What happens if a dog gets vaccinated twice?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_a_dog_flu_shot_necessary\"><\/span>Is a dog flu shot necessary?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<div class=\"code-block code-block-3\" style=\"margin: 8px 0; clear: both;\">\n<div id=\"cnt_rb_271118\" class=\"cnt32_rl_bg_str\" data-id=\"271118\"><span style=\"font-family: var(--global-body-font-family);\">Vaccination can reduce the risk of a dog contracting canine influenza. Vaccination may not all together prevent an infection, but it may reduce the severity and duration of clinical illness. The canine influenza vaccine is a \u201clifestyle\u201d vaccine, and is not recommended for every dog.<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2 id=\"how-often-does-a-dog-need-a-flu-shot\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_often_does_a_dog_need_a_flu_shot\"><\/span>How often does a dog need a flu shot?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Vaccination Schedule for Dogs: Core and Non-core Vaccines<\/p>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr class=\"ztXv9\">\n<th style=\"padding-left: 0;\">Dog Vaccine<\/th>\n<th>Initial Puppy Vaccination (at or under 16 weeks)<\/th>\n<th>Booster Recommendation<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"padding-left: 0;\">Canine influenza<\/td>\n<td>First dose as early as 6-8 weeks; second dose 2-4 weeks later<\/td>\n<td>Yearly<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h2 id=\"how-long-is-the-canine-influenza-vaccine\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_long_is_the_canine_influenza_vaccine_good_for\"><\/span>How long is the canine influenza vaccine good for?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Proper vaccination with both strains of the Canine Influenza Virus (CIV) vaccine will require two initial sets of injections given two to four weeks apart, followed by a yearly booster. NOTE: YOUR PET IS NOT CONSIDERED PROTECTED FROM BOTH VIRUSES UNTIL A MINIMUM OF 14 DAYS AFTER THE SECOND INJECTION.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"can-dog-flu-go-away-on-its-own\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_Dog_flu_go_away_on_its_own\"><\/span>Can Dog flu go away on its own?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Most dogs recover within 2 to 3 weeks. However, some dogs may develop secondary bacterial infections which may lead to more severe illness and pneumonia. Anyone with concerns about their pet\u2019s health, or whose pet is showing signs of canine influenza, should contact their veterinarian.<\/p>\n<div style=\"text-align: center;\">\n<p><noscript><iframe loading=\"lazy\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/3UPSkrNmn60\" width=\"560\"><\/iframe><\/noscript><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<h2 id=\"what-are-the-side-effects-of-the-dog-flu\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_the_side_effects_of_the_dog_flu_vaccine\"><\/span>What are the side effects of the dog flu vaccine?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Side Effects And Risks Associated With Dog Vaccinations<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Fever.<\/li>\n<li>Sluggishness.<\/li>\n<li>Loss of appetite.<\/li>\n<li>Facial or paw swelling and\/or hives.<\/li>\n<li>Vomiting.<\/li>\n<li>Diarrhea.<\/li>\n<li>Pain or swelling around the injection site.<\/li>\n<li>Collapse, difficulty breathing, and seizures (anaphylactic shock)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 id=\"what-vaccines-do-my-dogs-really-need\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_vaccines_do_my_dogs_really_need\"><\/span>What vaccines do my dogs really need?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>For Dogs: Vaccines for canine parvovirus, distemper, canine hepatitis and rabies are considered core vaccines. Non-core vaccines are given depending on the dog\u2019s exposure risk. These include vaccines against Bordetella bronchiseptica, Borrelia burgdorferi and Leptospira bacteria.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"when-should-dog-get-flu-shot\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"When_should_dog_get_flu_shot\"><\/span>When should dog get flu shot?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Healthy dogs seven weeks of age or older can be given the vaccine, which requires two vaccinations given two-to-four weeks apart. Initial studies have shown that dogs do not maintain long duration of immunity so it is important to revaccinate them annually.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"can-the-flu-kill-a-dog\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_the_flu_kill_a_dog\"><\/span>Can the flu kill a dog?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Most cases of dog flu are mild, but severe cases do occur. In those instances, dogs develop pneumonia, difficulty breathing, and a high fever. Luckily, the mortality rate is relatively low, with less than 10 percent of dog flu cases resulting in fatalities.<\/p>\n<div style=\"text-align: center;\">\n<p><noscript><iframe loading=\"lazy\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/CZm6BbgRzb8\" width=\"560\"><\/iframe><\/noscript><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<h2 id=\"what-shots-do-dogs-need-every-year\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_shots_do_dogs_need_every_year\"><\/span>What shots do dogs need every year?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The core vaccines include the DHLPP (distemper, hepatitis, leptospirosis, parvo, and parainfluenza). Your pup will also need a rabies vaccination, which is usually around $15\u201420.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"how-do-you-know-a-dog-has-a-fever\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_you_know_a_dog_has_a_fever\"><\/span>How do you know a dog has a fever?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>What Are the Signs of Fever in Dogs?<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>Red eyes.<\/li>\n<li>Lethargy\/lack of energy.<\/li>\n<li>Warm ears.<\/li>\n<li>Warm, dry nose.<\/li>\n<li>Shivering.<\/li>\n<li>Loss of appetite.<\/li>\n<li>Coughing.<\/li>\n<li>Vomiting.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h2 id=\"what-can-dogs-not-eat\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_can_dogs_not_eat\"><\/span>What can dogs not eat?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Toxic food for dogs<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Onions, garlic and chives. The onion family, whether dry, raw or cooked, is particularly toxic to dogs and can cause gastrointestinal irritation and red blood cell damage.<\/li>\n<li>Chocolate.<\/li>\n<li>Macadamia nuts.<\/li>\n<li>Corn on the cob.<\/li>\n<li>Avocado.<\/li>\n<li>Artificial sweetener (Xylitol)<\/li>\n<li>Alcohol.<\/li>\n<li>Cooked bones.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 id=\"how-do-i-know-if-my-dog-has-a-cold-or-flu\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_I_know_if_my_dog_has_a_cold_or_flu\"><\/span>How do I know if my dog has a cold or flu?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Coughing, wheezing and nasal discharge are all signs of a respiratory issue. These issues can range from a simple cold to canine flu. If your dog has a cold or flu, there will probably be other symptoms present such as redness of the eyes and a runny nose.<\/p>\n<div style=\"text-align: center;\">\n<p><noscript><iframe loading=\"lazy\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/FZ_jNGKCIWs\" width=\"560\"><\/iframe><\/noscript><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<h2 id=\"can-a-dog-get-a-virus\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_a_dog_get_a_virus\"><\/span>Can a dog get a virus?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>YES! People may think viruses are a uniquely human problem, caused by our admittedly sometimes questionable lifestyle choices, but in actual fact, dogs can absolutely get viruses too. There are a number of viruses your dog can get, from parvovirus and coronavirus to astrovirus and rabies virus.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"what-is-in-the-6-in-1-vaccine-for-dogs\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_in_the_6_in_1_vaccine_for_dogs\"><\/span>What is in the 6 in 1 vaccine for dogs?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Description. Canine Spectra \u00ae 6 vaccine is a combination of immunogenic, attenuated strains of CDV, CAV-2, CPI, and CPV type 2b, propagated in cell line tissue cultures. The diluent contains killed antigens for CCV. The CAV-2 fraction cross-protects against disease due to CAV-1.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"does-my-dog-need-a-lyme-vaccine\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Does_my_dog_need_a_Lyme_vaccine\"><\/span>Does my dog need a Lyme vaccine?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Lyme disease vaccine is primarily recommended for dogs that live or frequently visit areas known for Lyme disease as well as for those living in areas with high potential for tick exposure. Vaccinating for Lyme disease in sick dogs or those who have urinary protein issues is not recommended.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"what-happens-if-a-dog-gets-vaccinated-twice\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_happens_if_a_dog_gets_vaccinated_twice\"><\/span>What happens if a dog gets vaccinated twice?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>When vaccine adjuvants create prolonged activation, the brain may suffer from inflammation, resulting in a dog\u2019s behavioral changes. Some dogs become overly aggressive to both humans and animals due to double vaccination. Over-immunization may result in things like: Hypersensitivity of all senses.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Table of Contents Is a dog flu shot necessary?How often does a dog need a flu shot?How long is the canine influenza vaccine good for?Can Dog flu go away on its own?What are the side effects of the dog flu vaccine?What vaccines do my dogs really need?When should dog get flu shot?Can the flu kill&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":4,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_kad_post_transparent":"default","_kad_post_title":"default","_kad_post_layout":"default","_kad_post_sidebar_id":"","_kad_post_content_style":"default","_kad_post_vertical_padding":"default","_kad_post_feature":"","_kad_post_feature_position":"","_kad_post_header":false,"_kad_post_footer":false,"spay_email":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[619],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-4942","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-animal"],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/4942"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/4"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=4942"}],"version-history":[{"count":3,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/4942\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":67016,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/4942\/revisions\/67016"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=4942"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=4942"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=4942"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}