What is Coronavirus?
Coronavirus is a disease that causes gastroenteritis. The virus attacks the cells in the wall of the intestine causing malabsorption.
How is Coronavirus transmitted?
This virus is transmitted through feces, it is highly contagious for a period of one to four days and can be shed through feces for two weeks following the infection. The virus can then live in the soil for long periods of time. Dogs that are most susceptible to this disease include, those that go to public places, kenneled, or groomed.
What are the signs of Coronavirus? Coronavirus symptoms include, diarrhea, vomiting, lack of appetite, depression, lethargy, and dehydration.
Is there a cure? At this time there is no cure for Coronavirus. It is diagnosed on clinical signs and treated symptomatically. Treatment can include; fluids to prevent dehydration, and antibiotics to prevent secondary infection. Dogs can survive Coronavirus, but it can be fatal.
What can I do to prevent Coronavirus? There is a vaccine to protect against Coronavirus. It begins with a series of two injections, three weeks apart and then an annual booster. Call your veterinarian to have your dog vaccinated against Coronavirus
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