{"id":7177,"date":"2022-03-25T06:35:54","date_gmt":"2022-03-25T06:35:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-long-is-kennel-cough-contagious-after-treatment\/"},"modified":"2022-03-25T06:35:54","modified_gmt":"2022-03-25T06:35:54","slug":"how-long-is-kennel-cough-contagious-after-treatment","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-long-is-kennel-cough-contagious-after-treatment\/","title":{"rendered":"How long is kennel cough contagious after treatment?"},"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\/how-long-is-kennel-cough-contagious-after-treatment\/#How_long_is_kennel_cough_contagious_after_treatment\" title=\"How long is kennel cough contagious after treatment?\">How long is kennel cough contagious after treatment?<\/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\/how-long-is-kennel-cough-contagious-after-treatment\/#How_long_should_I_quarantine_my_dog_with_kennel_cough\" title=\"How long should I quarantine my dog with kennel cough?\">How long should I quarantine my dog with kennel cough?<\/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\/how-long-is-kennel-cough-contagious-after-treatment\/#Can_kennel_cough_linger_after_antibiotics\" title=\"Can kennel cough linger after antibiotics?\">Can kennel cough linger after antibiotics?<\/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\/how-long-is-kennel-cough-contagious-after-treatment\/#Is_kennel_cough_contagious_after_coughing_stops\" title=\"Is kennel cough contagious after coughing stops?\">Is kennel cough contagious after coughing stops?<\/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\/how-long-is-kennel-cough-contagious-after-treatment\/#How_long_should_a_dog_be_isolated_with_kennel_cough\" title=\"How long should a dog be isolated with kennel cough?\">How long should a dog be isolated with kennel cough?<\/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\/how-long-is-kennel-cough-contagious-after-treatment\/#How_long_after_medication_is_kennel_cough_contagious\" title=\"How long after medication is kennel cough contagious?\">How long after medication is kennel cough contagious?<\/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\/how-long-is-kennel-cough-contagious-after-treatment\/#Is_a_dog_on_antibiotics_for_kennel_cough_still_contagious\" title=\"Is a dog on antibiotics for kennel cough still contagious?\">Is a dog on antibiotics for kennel cough still contagious?<\/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\/how-long-is-kennel-cough-contagious-after-treatment\/#How_long_does_it_take_to_cure_kennel_cough_with_antibiotics\" title=\"How long does it take to cure kennel cough with antibiotics?\">How long does it take to cure kennel cough with antibiotics?<\/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\/how-long-is-kennel-cough-contagious-after-treatment\/#How_long_is_a_dog_contagious_with_kennel_cough_on_antibiotics\" title=\"How long is a dog contagious with kennel cough on antibiotics?\">How long is a dog contagious with kennel cough on antibiotics?<\/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\/how-long-is-kennel-cough-contagious-after-treatment\/#How_long_should_my_dog_stay_away_from_other_dogs_after_kennel_cough\" title=\"How long should my dog stay away from other dogs after kennel cough?\">How long should my dog stay away from other dogs after kennel cough?<\/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\/how-long-is-kennel-cough-contagious-after-treatment\/#Should_I_isolate_a_dog_with_kennel_cough\" title=\"Should I isolate a dog with kennel cough?\">Should I isolate a dog with kennel cough?<\/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\/how-long-is-kennel-cough-contagious-after-treatment\/#How_long_does_kennel_cough_last_after_antibiotics\" title=\"How long does kennel cough last after antibiotics?\">How long does kennel cough last after antibiotics?<\/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\/how-long-is-kennel-cough-contagious-after-treatment\/#Why_is_my_dog_still_coughing_after_antibiotics\" title=\"Why is my dog still coughing after antibiotics?\">Why is my dog still coughing after antibiotics?<\/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\/how-long-is-kennel-cough-contagious-after-treatment\/#What_happens_if_kennel_cough_doesnt_go_away\" title=\"What happens if kennel cough doesn&#8217;t go away?\">What happens if kennel cough doesn&#8217;t go away?<\/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\/how-long-is-kennel-cough-contagious-after-treatment\/#Can_kennel_cough_come_back_after_treatment\" title=\"Can kennel cough come back after treatment?\">Can kennel cough come back after treatment?<\/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\/how-long-is-kennel-cough-contagious-after-treatment\/#How_long_until_a_dog_with_kennel_cough_is_not_contagious\" title=\"How long until a dog with kennel cough is not contagious?\">How long until a dog with kennel cough is not contagious?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-long-is-kennel-cough-contagious-after-treatment\/#How_long_can_kennel_cough_live_on_clothes\" title=\"How long can kennel cough live on clothes?\">How long can kennel cough live on clothes?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-long-is-kennel-cough-contagious-after-treatment\/#How_long_does_it_take_for_kennel_cough_to_run_its_course\" title=\"How long does it take for kennel cough to run its course?\">How long does it take for kennel cough to run its course?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-long-is-kennel-cough-contagious-after-treatment\/#How_long_is_a_dog_with_kennel_cough_contagious_after_starting_antibiotics\" title=\"How long is a dog with kennel cough contagious after starting antibiotics?\">How long is a dog with kennel cough contagious after starting antibiotics?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-long-is-kennel-cough-contagious-after-treatment\/#How_long_do_you_have_to_quarantine_a_dog_with_kennel_cough\" title=\"How long do you have to quarantine a dog with kennel cough?\">How long do you have to quarantine a dog with kennel cough?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-long-is-kennel-cough-contagious-after-treatment\/#How_long_should_you_quarantine_a_dog_with_kennel_cough\" title=\"How long should you quarantine a dog with kennel cough?\">How long should you quarantine a dog with kennel cough?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-long-is-kennel-cough-contagious-after-treatment\/#What_antibiotic_is_best_for_kennel_cough\" title=\"What antibiotic is best for kennel cough?\">What antibiotic is best for kennel cough?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-long-is-kennel-cough-contagious-after-treatment\/#What_is_the_fastest_way_to_cure_kennel_cough\" title=\"What is the fastest way to cure kennel cough?\">What is the fastest way to cure kennel cough?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-long-is-kennel-cough-contagious-after-treatment\/#How_long_does_kennel_cough_last_with_antibiotics\" title=\"How long does kennel cough last with antibiotics?\">How long does kennel cough last with antibiotics?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-long-is-kennel-cough-contagious-after-treatment\/#How_long_is_kennel_cough_contagious_after_medication\" title=\"How long is kennel cough contagious after medication?\">How long is kennel cough contagious after medication?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_long_is_kennel_cough_contagious_after_treatment\"><\/span>How long is kennel cough contagious after treatment?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>10-14 days<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_long_should_I_quarantine_my_dog_with_kennel_cough\"><\/span>How long should I quarantine my dog with kennel cough?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>If your dog is exhibiting any symptoms of kennel cough, take them to vet immediately and keep them away from other dogs, including daycare and boarding, for <b>at least 14 days. This is generally how long it takes for a dog to completely shed the virus from their system and no longer be contagious to other dogs.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_kennel_cough_linger_after_antibiotics\"><\/span>Can kennel cough linger after antibiotics?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Respiratory infections often need time to run their course, and <b>it is not unusual for patients to have a pronounced cough for 1-2 weeks despite antibiotic therapy. During this time, it is important to keep your veterinarian updated as to how your dog is doing at home in regards to appetite and energy.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_kennel_cough_contagious_after_coughing_stops\"><\/span>Is kennel cough contagious after coughing stops?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Keep your dog away from others &#8211; remember your dog will be very contagious whilst they are poorly and <b>can continue to spread kennel cough for 2-3 weeks after their symptoms have cleared. During this time, keep them away from other dogs and public spaces.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_long_should_a_dog_be_isolated_with_kennel_cough\"><\/span>How long should a dog be isolated with kennel cough?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>As Kennel Cough is highly contagious to other dogs, it is advised that you keep your dog away from other dogs for <b>around two weeks, but this can vary depending on the severity of the infection.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_long_after_medication_is_kennel_cough_contagious\"><\/span>How long after medication is kennel cough contagious?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>10-14 days<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_a_dog_on_antibiotics_for_kennel_cough_still_contagious\"><\/span>Is a dog on antibiotics for kennel cough still contagious?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>In addition to clearing the signs of infection, <b>most dogs are not contagious after 10-14 days of being ill, especially if antibiotics are used in bacterial infections.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_long_does_it_take_to_cure_kennel_cough_with_antibiotics\"><\/span>How long does it take to cure kennel cough with antibiotics?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Antibiotics are useful against this bacterium.  most infections resolve within <b>one to three weeks. Some cases require prolonged treatment, but most infections resolve within one to three weeks.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_long_is_a_dog_contagious_with_kennel_cough_on_antibiotics\"><\/span>How long is a dog contagious with kennel cough on antibiotics?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>10-14 days<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_long_should_my_dog_stay_away_from_other_dogs_after_kennel_cough\"><\/span>How long should my dog stay away from other dogs after kennel cough?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The bacteria or virus is then released into the air each time an animal coughs, producing a source of infection for other animals. As a result, any dog with a suspected respiratory infection should be kept away from other dogs for <b>at least one week after all symptoms have completely resolved.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Should_I_isolate_a_dog_with_kennel_cough\"><\/span>Should I isolate a dog with kennel cough?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>If you have a dog that becomes ill, <b>it is best to isolate that infected dog until at least two weeks after the last cough. Once kennel cough has come into a kennel, it is best to clear out the kennel for one-to-two weeks and clean with common disinfectants (such as bleach).<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_long_does_kennel_cough_last_after_antibiotics\"><\/span>How long does kennel cough last after antibiotics?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Antibiotics are useful against this bacterium.  most infections resolve within <b>one to three weeks. Some cases require prolonged treatment, but most infections resolve within one to three weeks.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_is_my_dog_still_coughing_after_antibiotics\"><\/span>Why is my dog still coughing after antibiotics?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>My dog&#8217;s cough worsened even after being placed on oral antibioticswhy would this happen? Coughing can become a vicious cycle even in patients with a mild infection. <b>Coughing is a result of inflammation caused by the actions of a viral or bacterial infection<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_happens_if_kennel_cough_doesnt_go_away\"><\/span>What happens if kennel cough doesn&#8217;t go away?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Kennel cough usually clears up within three weeks. Sometimes it can take up to six weeks to clear up for older dogs or those with existing medial conditions. However, in very rare cases the illness can progress to pneumonia so <b>contact your vet if your dog&#8217;s condition doesn&#8217;t improve<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_kennel_cough_come_back_after_treatment\"><\/span>Can kennel cough come back after treatment?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Kennel cough and the common cold share very similar bacteria and viruses, but while dogs can pass this condition back and forth to each other and humans can do the same, <b>it is highly unlikely for one to pass it to the other. With the common cold, you have time to wait and see how bad it can get.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_long_until_a_dog_with_kennel_cough_is_not_contagious\"><\/span>How long until a dog with kennel cough is not contagious?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>If your dog is exhibiting any symptoms of kennel cough, take them to vet immediately and keep them away from other dogs, including daycare and boarding, for <b>at least 14 days. This is generally how long it takes for a dog to completely shed the virus from their system and no longer be contagious to other dogs.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_long_can_kennel_cough_live_on_clothes\"><\/span>How long can kennel cough live on clothes?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Bacteria, like Bordetella, can survive on surfaces for <b>up to 48 hours, ready and waiting to be transmitted to another unsuspecting host to continue the cycle of infection.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_long_does_it_take_for_kennel_cough_to_run_its_course\"><\/span>How long does it take for kennel cough to run its course?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>most infections resolve within <b>one to three weeks. Some cases require prolonged treatment, but most infections resolve within one to three weeks. Mild clinical signs may linger for several weeks even when the bacteria have been eliminated.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_long_is_a_dog_with_kennel_cough_contagious_after_starting_antibiotics\"><\/span>How long is a dog with kennel cough contagious after starting antibiotics?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>If you have a dog that becomes ill, <b>it is best to isolate that infected dog until at least two weeks after the last cough. Once kennel cough has come into a kennel, it is best to clear out the kennel for one-to-two weeks and clean with common disinfectants (such as bleach).<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_long_do_you_have_to_quarantine_a_dog_with_kennel_cough\"><\/span>How long do you have to quarantine a dog with kennel cough?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>10-14 days<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_long_should_you_quarantine_a_dog_with_kennel_cough\"><\/span>How long should you quarantine a dog with kennel cough?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>10-14 days<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_antibiotic_is_best_for_kennel_cough\"><\/span>What antibiotic is best for kennel cough?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>10-14 days<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_fastest_way_to_cure_kennel_cough\"><\/span>What is the fastest way to cure kennel cough?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Some of the most widely prescribed antibiotics for kennel cough include <b>Baytril, Doxycycline, and Clavamox. Antibiotics will not affect the viral aspect of the illness (that is, they won&#8217;t prevent its spread) but will help treat secondary bacterial infections.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_long_does_kennel_cough_last_with_antibiotics\"><\/span>How long does kennel cough last with antibiotics?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Antibiotics are useful against this bacterium.  most infections resolve within <b>one to three weeks. Some cases require prolonged treatment, but most infections resolve within one to three weeks.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_long_is_kennel_cough_contagious_after_medication\"><\/span>How long is kennel cough contagious after medication?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>10-14 days<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Table of Contents How long is kennel cough contagious after treatment?How long should I quarantine my dog with kennel cough?Can kennel cough linger after antibiotics?Is kennel cough contagious after coughing stops?How long should a dog be isolated with kennel cough?How long after medication is kennel cough contagious?Is a dog on antibiotics for kennel cough still&#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":"","_kad_post_title":"","_kad_post_layout":"","_kad_post_sidebar_id":"","_kad_post_content_style":"","_kad_post_vertical_padding":"","_kad_post_feature":"","_kad_post_feature_position":"","_kad_post_header":false,"_kad_post_footer":false,"spay_email":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[],"tags":[],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/7177"}],"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=7177"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/7177\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=7177"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=7177"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=7177"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}