Almost every owner wants to see his Poodle obey commands and perform various tricks to please almost everybody. These commands could be as simple as basic obedience or as complicated as an owner wants it to be. Some are even trained to make sounds that seem to sound like crying or coughing. With training, yes, dogs can do those things. Have you heard your Poodle coughing without you training him to do that? Then perhaps it is not a trick anymore. It could be an early sign of kennel cough.
Kennel cough is a highly contagious disease affecting dogs especially the one that is boarded, shown or the one that comes onto contact with stray dogs or other dogs affected with this illness. Also called tracheobronchitis, canine infectious tracheobronchitis, Bordetellosis or Bordetella, kennel cough is characterized by inflammation of the upper respiratory system. Coarse, dry, hacking cough is present about three to seven days after the dog is initially infected. Retching and watery nasal discharge may also be present. In mild cases, affected dogs continue to eat and do his usual thing but in more severe cases, lethargy, fever, loss of appetite and pneumonia exist. Sadly, kennel cough may result to death if not treated properly.
Diagnosis of the disease is based on the symptoms and history of recent exposure to other dogs. Minor cases of kennel cough usually lasts seven to ten days. Medication may not be needed since most cases go away on their own. In some cases, especially if the cough is not productive, cough suppressants are used to reduce the severity and frequency of the cough. In severe cases wherein the animal is not eating, running a fever or showing signs of pneumonia, antibiotics are used. Yes, kennel cough can go away on its own but this doesn't mean that you will never do something to treat this. Severe cases may lead to pneumonia which could become life threatening if not treated properly.
As much as there are ways to treat this disease, there are also a number of ways to prevent your dog from being infected. Vaccination is the most common measure used in the prevention of kennel cough. Dogs that are boarded, appear in shows and field trials and dogs that come into contact with other dogs have high needs for vaccination for they are at high risk of acquiring kennel cough.
Kennel cough is a highly contagious disease that affects dogs regardless of breed, age and sex. It can affect dogs from anywhere around the globe. But if you do something to prevent this, you can be sure that your dog will never have to suffer the torment this disease brings.
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Richard Cussons knows a lot about the Poodle dog breed. Check out this site to discover more Poodle training tips.
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Be Your Pet Dog's Best Friend
To have a really great relationship with your pet dog, you need to work on that relationship constantly. It's not enough to build a few foundations and expect your relationship to blossom with little or no extra effort. Time spent reinforcing the bond between you and your pet dog is time well spent, and will enrich your relatonship providing you both with the fun and rewards that pet dog ownership brings.
Make sure that you spend quality time with your pet dog. As pet dog owners we are all aware of the need to exercise and train your pet dog. The time spent on these activities will vary according to your pet dogs needs, however, this time should be rewarding and enjoyable for your pet dog. When walking with your pet dog, make sure that you talk and interact with your pet dog. Play a game of fetch or chase. All pet dogs love to chase, and taking an active role in this game will not only keep you fit, but will help you engage with your pet dog in a fun and simple way.
Be animated when you communicate with your pet dog. During the day, your pet dog will hear you converse with many different people, either on the phone or in person, and will generally filter out most of the conversation. With your tone of voice you can communicate to your pet dog that something is interesting or fun, or that something is undesirable or naughty.pet Dogs have extremely sensitive hearing and are very much attuned to your moods and tone of voice, use this to your advantage. Attract your pet dogs attention by using a friendly voice that is slightly higher pitched than your normal speaking voice.
Never forget the importance of physical contact. When your pet dog is near, make the effort to stroke their head or neck and talk in a soothing voice. If you are in the park, and your pet dog bounds over to you, make a fuss of them, make being near you a rewarding experience for your pet dog. This will not only reinforce the bond you and your pet dog have, but it will also aid recall. If you have problems recalling your pet dog, practice this when they are off the lead. Several times during the walk, call your pet dog to you and reward them for coming with a treat or a cuddle, and then let them carry on with what they were doing. If you only recall your pet dog when they are naughty or to put them on the lead, your dog will associate punishment or the end of the walk with coming when called. If you have been out, greet your pet dog properly when your return - being away from you is never enjoyable for your pet dog. Make the time to cuddle or play a quick game to celebrate your return. This is very natural for pet dogs, they will do this to other pet dogs they know and like, so this behaviour is something they understand.
Ask yourself, if you were your pet dog, would you enjoy the time you spend together. Try to be fun for your pet dog. We all have busy days, bad days and sad days, but your dog relies upon you to provide the love and support it needs, and will give you loyalty and friendship in return. Your pet dog doesn't need or understand your stress, but they are affected by it. On a bad day, make a point of having a game or cuddling with your pet dog, and you'll probably find it helps you too.
By: Jane EarleyAuthor Bio
Make sure that you spend quality time with your pet dog. As pet dog owners we are all aware of the need to exercise and train your pet dog. The time spent on these activities will vary according to your pet dogs needs, however, this time should be rewarding and enjoyable for your pet dog. When walking with your pet dog, make sure that you talk and interact with your pet dog. Play a game of fetch or chase. All pet dogs love to chase, and taking an active role in this game will not only keep you fit, but will help you engage with your pet dog in a fun and simple way.
Be animated when you communicate with your pet dog. During the day, your pet dog will hear you converse with many different people, either on the phone or in person, and will generally filter out most of the conversation. With your tone of voice you can communicate to your pet dog that something is interesting or fun, or that something is undesirable or naughty.pet Dogs have extremely sensitive hearing and are very much attuned to your moods and tone of voice, use this to your advantage. Attract your pet dogs attention by using a friendly voice that is slightly higher pitched than your normal speaking voice.
Never forget the importance of physical contact. When your pet dog is near, make the effort to stroke their head or neck and talk in a soothing voice. If you are in the park, and your pet dog bounds over to you, make a fuss of them, make being near you a rewarding experience for your pet dog. This will not only reinforce the bond you and your pet dog have, but it will also aid recall. If you have problems recalling your pet dog, practice this when they are off the lead. Several times during the walk, call your pet dog to you and reward them for coming with a treat or a cuddle, and then let them carry on with what they were doing. If you only recall your pet dog when they are naughty or to put them on the lead, your dog will associate punishment or the end of the walk with coming when called. If you have been out, greet your pet dog properly when your return - being away from you is never enjoyable for your pet dog. Make the time to cuddle or play a quick game to celebrate your return. This is very natural for pet dogs, they will do this to other pet dogs they know and like, so this behaviour is something they understand.
Ask yourself, if you were your pet dog, would you enjoy the time you spend together. Try to be fun for your pet dog. We all have busy days, bad days and sad days, but your dog relies upon you to provide the love and support it needs, and will give you loyalty and friendship in return. Your pet dog doesn't need or understand your stress, but they are affected by it. On a bad day, make a point of having a game or cuddling with your pet dog, and you'll probably find it helps you too.
By: Jane EarleyAuthor Bio
Aug 14, 2008
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