{"id":7790,"date":"2022-03-25T06:38:27","date_gmt":"2022-03-25T06:38:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/can-dogs-catch-kennel-cough-from-humans\/"},"modified":"2022-03-25T06:38:27","modified_gmt":"2022-03-25T06:38:27","slug":"can-dogs-catch-kennel-cough-from-humans","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/can-dogs-catch-kennel-cough-from-humans\/","title":{"rendered":"Can dogs catch kennel cough from humans?"},"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\/can-dogs-catch-kennel-cough-from-humans\/#Can_dogs_catch_kennel_cough_from_humans\" title=\"Can dogs catch kennel cough from humans?\">Can dogs catch kennel cough from humans?<\/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\/can-dogs-catch-kennel-cough-from-humans\/#Can_kennel_cough_be_spread_via_clothing\" title=\"Can kennel cough be spread via clothing?\">Can kennel cough be spread via clothing?<\/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\/can-dogs-catch-kennel-cough-from-humans\/#How_long_is_a_dog_contagious_with_kennel_cough\" title=\"How long is a dog contagious with kennel cough?\">How long is a dog contagious with kennel cough?<\/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\/can-dogs-catch-kennel-cough-from-humans\/#How_long_does_kennel_cough_live_on_surfaces\" title=\"How long does kennel cough live on surfaces?\">How long does kennel cough live on surfaces?<\/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\/can-dogs-catch-kennel-cough-from-humans\/#Can_dogs_get_kennel_cough_from_human_clothes\" title=\"Can dogs get kennel cough from human clothes?\">Can dogs get kennel cough from human clothes?<\/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\/can-dogs-catch-kennel-cough-from-humans\/#Can_human_cough_spread_to_dogs\" title=\"Can human cough spread to dogs?\">Can human cough spread to dogs?<\/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\/can-dogs-catch-kennel-cough-from-humans\/#Can_a_dog_get_kennel_cough_without_being_around_other_dogs\" title=\"Can a dog get kennel cough without being around other dogs?\">Can a dog get kennel cough without being around other dogs?<\/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\/can-dogs-catch-kennel-cough-from-humans\/#How_do_dogs_get_kennel_cough_at_home\" title=\"How do dogs get kennel cough at home?\">How do dogs get kennel cough at home?<\/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\/can-dogs-catch-kennel-cough-from-humans\/#How_long_does_kennel_cough_stay_on_clothes\" title=\"How long does kennel cough stay on clothes?\">How long does kennel cough stay on clothes?<\/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\/can-dogs-catch-kennel-cough-from-humans\/#Can_kennel_cough_be_transmitted_from_clothing\" title=\"Can kennel cough be transmitted from clothing?\">Can kennel cough be transmitted from clothing?<\/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\/can-dogs-catch-kennel-cough-from-humans\/#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-12\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/can-dogs-catch-kennel-cough-from-humans\/#How_long_is_a_dog_with_kennel_cough_contagious_if_on_an_antibiotic\" title=\"How long is a dog with kennel cough contagious if on an antibiotic?\">How long is a dog with kennel cough contagious if on an antibiotic?<\/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\/can-dogs-catch-kennel-cough-from-humans\/#How_long_is_kennel_cough_transmissible\" title=\"How long is kennel cough transmissible?\">How long is kennel cough transmissible?<\/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\/can-dogs-catch-kennel-cough-from-humans\/#Can_I_take_my_dog_for_a_walk_if_he_has_kennel_cough\" title=\"Can I take my dog for a walk if he has kennel cough?\">Can I take my dog for a walk if he has kennel cough?<\/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\/can-dogs-catch-kennel-cough-from-humans\/#Can_kennel_cough_be_transmitted_from_surfaces\" title=\"Can kennel cough be transmitted from surfaces?\">Can kennel cough be transmitted from surfaces?<\/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\/can-dogs-catch-kennel-cough-from-humans\/#How_do_you_disinfect_your_house_from_kennel_cough\" title=\"How do you disinfect your house from kennel cough?\">How do you disinfect your house from kennel cough?<\/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\/can-dogs-catch-kennel-cough-from-humans\/#Can_kennel_cough_live_on_bedding\" title=\"Can kennel cough live on bedding?\">Can kennel cough live on bedding?<\/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\/can-dogs-catch-kennel-cough-from-humans\/#What_disinfectant_kills_kennel_cough\" title=\"What disinfectant kills kennel cough?\">What disinfectant kills kennel cough?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_dogs_catch_kennel_cough_from_humans\"><\/span>Can dogs catch kennel cough from humans?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Kennel cough can also be spread via shared items like toys and food bowls, or even on sticks and posts outside. The bacteria can survive on surfaces for up to two days. <b>Dogs are more likely to catch kennel cough if they touch or go near infected dogs, even if they just sniff them<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_kennel_cough_be_spread_via_clothing\"><\/span>Can kennel cough be spread via clothing?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Kennel Cough can survive outside for a limited time (about half an hour), but is highly contagious until that point. <b>You can also transmit kennel cough from an infected dog on your hands, shoes, and clothing<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_long_is_a_dog_contagious_with_kennel_cough\"><\/span>How long is a dog contagious 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_does_kennel_cough_live_on_surfaces\"><\/span>How long does kennel cough live on surfaces?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>RIGOROUS SURFACE DISINFECTION Because kennel cough (as well as other diseases) can survive for <b>up to 48 hours on surfaces, it is important to clean and disinfect counters, tables, floors, walls, cages, bowls, toys, and other surfaces on a regular basis and between handling different pets.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_dogs_get_kennel_cough_from_human_clothes\"><\/span>Can dogs get kennel cough from human clothes?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>It is important to remember that <b>the disease can be spread by contact with objects that the infected dog has been around, such as food\/water dishes, crates, bedding, and clothing. To help prevent your dog from becoming infected with kennel cough, there are several precautions that can be taken.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_human_cough_spread_to_dogs\"><\/span>Can human cough spread to dogs?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Pets  including dogs, cats, and birds  are immune to human viruses that cause the cold. Pets can have colds of their own like kennel cough, dog flu, and upper respiratory infections. However, if you have the flu, you can transfer it to your pet.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_a_dog_get_kennel_cough_without_being_around_other_dogs\"><\/span>Can a dog get kennel cough without being around other dogs?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Absolutely not. Dogs are at risk to contract kennel cough if they go anywhere other dogs are present or have been present. Just as a child may catch a cold or a virus at their daycare, taking your dog to a boarding or daycare facility such as Puppy Haven carries similar risks.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_dogs_get_kennel_cough_at_home\"><\/span>How do dogs get kennel cough at home?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>How Do Dogs Get Kennel Cough? A healthy dog can get kennel cough by <b>inhaling aerosolized bacteria or viruses from an infected dog. The bacteria and\/or virus can be spread from an infected dog through coughing or sneezing, and dogs can also get it from infected objects (toys, food\/water bowls).<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_long_does_kennel_cough_stay_on_clothes\"><\/span>How long does kennel cough stay on clothes?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>People, and their clothing, can also serve as a source of transmission if they do not disinfect their hands and clothing between pets. 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=\"Can_kennel_cough_be_transmitted_from_clothing\"><\/span>Can kennel cough be transmitted from clothing?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>It is important to remember that <b>the disease can be spread by contact with objects that the infected dog has been around, such as food\/water dishes, crates, bedding, and clothing. To help prevent your dog from becoming infected with kennel cough, there are several precautions that can be taken.<\/b><\/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=\"How_long_is_a_dog_with_kennel_cough_contagious_if_on_an_antibiotic\"><\/span>How long is a dog with kennel cough contagious if on an antibiotic?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>10-14 days<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_long_is_kennel_cough_transmissible\"><\/span>How long is kennel cough transmissible?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>between six and 14 weeks<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_I_take_my_dog_for_a_walk_if_he_has_kennel_cough\"><\/span>Can I take my dog for a walk if he has kennel cough?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>But what if they do contract it? If you notice your dog is coughing, then keep them away from other dogs and <b>lead walk only avoiding coming into contact with other dogs. Take to the vets immediately so they can confirm and administer antibiotics.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_kennel_cough_be_transmitted_from_surfaces\"><\/span>Can kennel cough be transmitted from surfaces?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Here&#8217;s why: <b>Kennel Cough is easily transmitted when dogs cough or come in contact with each other or with contaminated surfaces. Even brief contact with an infected surface such as a bush or sidewalk is enough to transmit kennel cough.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_you_disinfect_your_house_from_kennel_cough\"><\/span>How do you disinfect your house from kennel cough?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Routine disinfecting can eradicate Bordetella and other pathogens responsible for kennel cough. <b>Plain old bleach works well, as it is one of the few disinfectants that kills the canine adenovirus. Mix 1 ounce of bleach to 32 ounces of water for cleaning and disinfecting.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_kennel_cough_live_on_bedding\"><\/span>Can kennel cough live on bedding?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>It is important to remember that <b>the disease can be spread by contact with objects that the infected dog has been around, such as food\/water dishes, crates, bedding, and clothing.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_disinfectant_kills_kennel_cough\"><\/span>What disinfectant kills kennel cough?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Yes, <b>Rescue Disinfectants are effective against Bordetella.<\/b> One of the pathogens that causes Kennel cough is the bacterium called Bordetella bronchiseptica. With Rescue Concentrate, we recommend using the 1:16 dilution (8 oz\/gallon of water) with a 5-minute contact time.<\/p>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Table of Contents Can dogs catch kennel cough from humans?Can kennel cough be spread via clothing?How long is a dog contagious with kennel cough?How long does kennel cough live on surfaces?Can dogs get kennel cough from human clothes?Can human cough spread to dogs?Can a dog get kennel cough without being around other dogs?How do dogs&#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":[],"class_list":["post-7790","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry"],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/7790"}],"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=7790"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/7790\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=7790"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=7790"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=7790"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}