I'm near Chicago and it is an epidemic. Plus it is spreading beyond the Chicago metro area. Many day care and such in the city have closed for a day or two to clean. Many vets won't let you bring your sick dog with flu symptoms, choosing to do the first exam in the parking lot. I guess it is very contagious.
There is a vaccine. It is two shots a month apart. I took my Pepper on Tuesday for the first shot. The vet says there is a big demand for the virus. His office only had enough for the appointments that day. I wasn't sure I wanted to get it as I really don't frequent dog parks, etc. But the vet said the bigger risk is at the groomer. |