There’s a lot of talk about bird flu, swine flu, and of course human flu, but your dog can get the flu too, and it’s just as miserable.
The signs your dog has the flu are similar to humans. You can expect a cough, runny nose, lethargy, fever, and loss of appetite. In severe cases, it can lead to pneumonia and death. However, some dogs don’t show any signs of illness, but if they are infected, they can infect others.
There are tests for canine influenza virus (CIV), which your veterinarian can order if needed.
