{"id":9275,"date":"2022-03-25T06:41:39","date_gmt":"2022-03-25T06:41:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/does-kennel-cough-spread-easily\/"},"modified":"2022-03-25T06:41:39","modified_gmt":"2022-03-25T06:41:39","slug":"does-kennel-cough-spread-easily","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/does-kennel-cough-spread-easily\/","title":{"rendered":"Does kennel cough spread easily?"},"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\/does-kennel-cough-spread-easily\/#Does_kennel_cough_spread_easily\" title=\"Does kennel cough spread easily?\">Does kennel cough spread easily?<\/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\/does-kennel-cough-spread-easily\/#Can_I_spread_kennel_cough_on_my_clothes\" title=\"Can I spread kennel cough on my clothes?\">Can I spread kennel cough on my clothes?<\/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\/does-kennel-cough-spread-easily\/#How_do_I_clean_my_house_after_kennel_cough\" title=\"How do I clean my house after kennel cough?\">How do I clean my house after 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\/does-kennel-cough-spread-easily\/#How_long_is_a_dog_with_kennel_cough_contagious\" title=\"How long is a dog with kennel cough contagious?\">How long is a dog with kennel cough contagious?<\/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\/does-kennel-cough-spread-easily\/#How_do_you_prevent_kennel_cough_from_spreading\" title=\"How do you prevent kennel cough from spreading?\">How do you prevent kennel cough from spreading?<\/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\/does-kennel-cough-spread-easily\/#How_long_is_my_dog_contagious_with_kennel_cough\" title=\"How long is my dog contagious with kennel cough?\">How long is my 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-7\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/does-kennel-cough-spread-easily\/#Is_kennel_cough_highly_contagious\" title=\"Is kennel cough highly contagious?\">Is kennel cough highly 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\/does-kennel-cough-spread-easily\/#How_long_can_kennel_cough_stay_on_clothes\" title=\"How long can kennel cough stay on clothes?\">How long can 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-9\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/does-kennel-cough-spread-easily\/#Can_humans_carry_kennel_cough_on_their_clothes\" title=\"Can humans carry kennel cough on their clothes?\">Can humans carry kennel cough on their 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\/does-kennel-cough-spread-easily\/#Can_a_person_carry_a_kennel_cough_germ_to_another_pet\" title=\"Can a person carry a kennel cough germ to another pet?\">Can a person carry a kennel cough germ to another pet?<\/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\/does-kennel-cough-spread-easily\/#How_do_you_disinfect_clothes_from_kennel_cough\" title=\"How do you disinfect clothes from kennel cough?\">How do you disinfect clothes from 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\/does-kennel-cough-spread-easily\/#How_long_does_kennel_cough_last_on_surfaces\" title=\"How long does kennel cough last on surfaces?\">How long does kennel cough last on surfaces?<\/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\/does-kennel-cough-spread-easily\/#Do_I_need_to_disinfect_my_house_after_kennel_cough\" title=\"Do I need to disinfect my house after kennel cough?\">Do I need to disinfect my house after kennel cough?<\/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\/does-kennel-cough-spread-easily\/#What_cleaner_kills_kennel_cough\" title=\"What cleaner kills kennel cough?\">What cleaner kills 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\/does-kennel-cough-spread-easily\/#How_long_does_kennel_cough_last_on_carpet\" title=\"How long does kennel cough last on carpet?\">How long does kennel cough last on carpet?<\/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\/does-kennel-cough-spread-easily\/#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-17\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/does-kennel-cough-spread-easily\/#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-18\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/does-kennel-cough-spread-easily\/#How_long_is_a_dog_contagious_with_kennel_cough_after_starting_antibiotics\" title=\"How long is a dog contagious with kennel cough after starting antibiotics?\">How long is a dog contagious with kennel cough after starting antibiotics?<\/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\/does-kennel-cough-spread-easily\/#Is_kennel_cough_contagious_after_symptoms_disappear\" title=\"Is kennel cough contagious after symptoms disappear?\">Is kennel cough contagious after symptoms disappear?<\/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\/does-kennel-cough-spread-easily\/#Can_I_take_my_dog_out_with_kennel_cough\" title=\"Can I take my dog out with kennel cough?\">Can I take my dog out 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\/does-kennel-cough-spread-easily\/#How_long_is_kennel_cough_contagious\" title=\"How long is kennel cough contagious?\">How long 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-22\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/does-kennel-cough-spread-easily\/#Will_all_my_dogs_get_kennel_cough_if_one_has_it\" title=\"Will all my dogs get kennel cough if one has it?\">Will all my dogs get kennel cough if one has it?<\/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\/does-kennel-cough-spread-easily\/#How_long_should_a_dog_with_kennel_cough_be_isolated\" title=\"How long should a dog with kennel cough be isolated?\">How long should a dog with kennel cough be isolated?<\/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\/does-kennel-cough-spread-easily\/#Is_my_dog_still_contagious_with_kennel_cough_after_starting_antibiotics\" title=\"Is my dog still contagious with kennel cough after starting antibiotics?\">Is my dog still contagious with kennel cough after starting 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\/does-kennel-cough-spread-easily\/#Can_humans_pass_kennel_cough_from_dog_to_dog\" title=\"Can humans pass kennel cough from dog to dog?\">Can humans pass kennel cough from dog to dog?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Does_kennel_cough_spread_easily\"><\/span>Does kennel cough spread easily?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Kennel cough is VERY contagious. It is named kennel cough because <b>it can quickly spread through a kennel and infect every dog. Kennel cough can be transmitted by aerosols released when a sick animal coughs, by direct contact with an infected animal, or by the sharing of contaminated objects.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_I_spread_kennel_cough_on_my_clothes\"><\/span>Can I spread kennel cough on my 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.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_I_clean_my_house_after_kennel_cough\"><\/span>How do I clean my house after kennel cough?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Wipe solid surfaces, such as walls or plastic crates, with a cloth containing a disinfectant. Some common disinfectants include bleach and cationic, which includes chloride and bromide, disinfectants.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_long_is_a_dog_with_kennel_cough_contagious\"><\/span>How long is a dog with kennel cough contagious?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>How long is kennel cough contagious? In general, dogs who have kennel cough are no longer contagious after <b>10-14 days. This window can be shortened if antibiotics are used to treat the bacterial infection.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_you_prevent_kennel_cough_from_spreading\"><\/span>How do you prevent kennel cough from spreading?<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=\"How_long_is_my_dog_contagious_with_kennel_cough\"><\/span>How long is my dog contagious with kennel cough?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>There are many things you can do to help prevent the spread of these virusesincluding limiting your dog&#8217;s exposure to public places where other dogs gather, thoroughly washing your hands and clothing\/shoes after being around other dogs, and using essential oils to clean and disinfect the air and surfaces around your<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_kennel_cough_highly_contagious\"><\/span>Is kennel cough highly contagious?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>10-14 days<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_long_can_kennel_cough_stay_on_clothes\"><\/span>How long can 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_humans_carry_kennel_cough_on_their_clothes\"><\/span>Can humans carry kennel cough on their clothes?<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=\"Can_a_person_carry_a_kennel_cough_germ_to_another_pet\"><\/span>Can a person carry a kennel cough germ to another pet?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Key takeaways. While <b>it&#8217;s possible to contract kennel cough from a dog or other pet, it&#8217;s also unlikely. People with underlying medical conditions are most at risk. The best way to protect against kennel cough is to make sure your pet is up to date on vaccinations.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_you_disinfect_clothes_from_kennel_cough\"><\/span>How do you disinfect clothes from kennel cough?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Treating Soft Surfaces <b>Steam clean any furniture in which any kennel cough germs may hide. Wash any blankets or any sweaters that your dog may have worn in a washing machine, using hot water and an ordinary laundry detergent.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_long_does_kennel_cough_last_on_surfaces\"><\/span>How long does kennel cough last on surfaces?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>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=\"Do_I_need_to_disinfect_my_house_after_kennel_cough\"><\/span>Do I need to disinfect my house after kennel cough?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>To help prevent your dog from becoming infected with kennel cough, there are several precautions that can be taken. After coming home from shows, <b>you should disinfect crates, bedding, and bowls<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_cleaner_kills_kennel_cough\"><\/span>What cleaner kills kennel cough?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Care Biocide Plus has been tested against Bordatella Bronchiseptica and has been found to be effective against this common bacterial culprit implicated in Kennel Cough at 1 ounce per gallon of water in a high soil load and high hardness water. All hard surfaces should be cleaned and disinfected with Biocide Plus.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_long_does_kennel_cough_last_on_carpet\"><\/span>How long does kennel cough last on carpet?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Bordetella bacteria can survive on surfaces for <b>up to two full days, so it&#8217;s easily spread between dogs via contaminated objects.<\/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_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_contagious_with_kennel_cough_after_starting_antibiotics\"><\/span>How long is a dog contagious with kennel cough after starting antibiotics?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>10-14 days<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_kennel_cough_contagious_after_symptoms_disappear\"><\/span>Is kennel cough contagious after symptoms disappear?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>When the cough is gone, it doesn&#8217;t mean that the dog is no longer contagious. Dogs should not be taken out until one week after they&#8217;re completely symptom-free to ensure they won&#8217;t spread the virus. <b>Dogs are actually at their most contagious just after they have stopped displaying symptoms<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_I_take_my_dog_out_with_kennel_cough\"><\/span>Can I take my dog out with kennel cough?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Dogs with kennel cough should be kept away from other dogs and public spaces while they are coughing, and for two to three weeks afterwards. Coughing is the most common symptom of kennel cough, but in more severe cases, it can cause symptoms such as a high temperature or a reduced appetite.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_long_is_kennel_cough_contagious\"><\/span>How long is kennel cough contagious?<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=\"Will_all_my_dogs_get_kennel_cough_if_one_has_it\"><\/span>Will all my dogs get kennel cough if one has it?<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_a_dog_with_kennel_cough_be_isolated\"><\/span>How long should a dog with kennel cough be isolated?<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=\"Is_my_dog_still_contagious_with_kennel_cough_after_starting_antibiotics\"><\/span>Is my dog still contagious with kennel cough after starting antibiotics?<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=\"Can_humans_pass_kennel_cough_from_dog_to_dog\"><\/span>Can humans pass kennel cough from dog to dog?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>How long is kennel cough contagious? In general, dogs who have kennel cough are no longer contagious after <b>10-14 days. This window can be shortened if antibiotics are used to treat the bacterial infection.<\/b><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Table of Contents Does kennel cough spread easily?Can I spread kennel cough on my clothes?How do I clean my house after kennel cough?How long is a dog with kennel cough contagious?How do you prevent kennel cough from spreading?How long is my dog contagious with kennel cough?Is kennel cough highly contagious?How long can kennel cough stay&#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\/9275"}],"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=9275"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/9275\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=9275"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=9275"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=9275"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}