Outbreak of dog flu in Pasir Ris Farmway shelters
PUBLISHED5 HOURS AGOUPDATED3 HOURS AGO
Noel Low
SINGAPORE - More than 500 dogs at shelters in Pasir Ris Farmway have been hit by dog flu, in what is the worst contagious disease outbreak here in recent years.
The canine influenza outbreak has forced at least six shelters to institute "lock-downs" at their facilities, and veterinarians worry that it is a new strain of the disease that animals have no immunity against.
The Agri-food and Veterinary Authority (AVA) said in a Facebook post that it had advised animal establishments to seek veterinary treatment for their dogs, and practise good hygiene and biosecurity measures to limit the spread of the virus.
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Agri-Food & Veterinary Authority of Singapore (AVA)
8 hrs ?
[Cases of canine influenza]
AVA has investigated reports of ?kennel cough? among dogs from animal establishments at the Pasir Ris Farmway area. Samples collected from affected dogs have been found to be positive for canine influenza virus.
We are advising animal establishments within the area to seek veterinary treatment for their dogs, and practise good hygiene and biosecurity measures to limit the spread of the virus.
[What is canine influenza?]
Canine influenza is a type of flu known to infect dogs, with symptoms of cough, runny nose, fever, lethargy, eye discharge, and reduced appetite. Not all dogs will show signs of illness. Canine influenza is typically not life-threatening, and most dogs recover within two or three weeks. However, it can develop into more serious illness and pneumonia for puppies, elderly dogs, and dogs with existing illnesses.
The virus can spread via aerosolised respiratory secretions (coughing and sneezing) from infected dogs. It can also spread through objects contaminated by the respiratory secretions of an infected dog, such as food bowls, toys, bedding, collars and leashes that are shared between infected and uninfected dogs. The risk of canine influenza is highest when large number of dogs are housed together in close confinement.
It is also not known to infect humans.
[Advisory for dog owners]
Pet owners are advised to seek veterinary attention if their dogs are unwell. Owners should also keep their unwell dog away from activities or facilities where other dogs are present, until it has fully recovered. Owners should also adhere to good hygiene practices to minimise the risk of spreading the illness. This includes washing their hands with soap and water, before and after coming into contact with dogs and their immediate environment.
PUBLISHED5 HOURS AGOUPDATED3 HOURS AGO
Noel Low
SINGAPORE - More than 500 dogs at shelters in Pasir Ris Farmway have been hit by dog flu, in what is the worst contagious disease outbreak here in recent years.
The canine influenza outbreak has forced at least six shelters to institute "lock-downs" at their facilities, and veterinarians worry that it is a new strain of the disease that animals have no immunity against.
The Agri-food and Veterinary Authority (AVA) said in a Facebook post that it had advised animal establishments to seek veterinary treatment for their dogs, and practise good hygiene and biosecurity measures to limit the spread of the virus.
...
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Agri-Food & Veterinary Authority of Singapore (AVA)
8 hrs ?
[Cases of canine influenza]
AVA has investigated reports of ?kennel cough? among dogs from animal establishments at the Pasir Ris Farmway area. Samples collected from affected dogs have been found to be positive for canine influenza virus.
We are advising animal establishments within the area to seek veterinary treatment for their dogs, and practise good hygiene and biosecurity measures to limit the spread of the virus.
[What is canine influenza?]
Canine influenza is a type of flu known to infect dogs, with symptoms of cough, runny nose, fever, lethargy, eye discharge, and reduced appetite. Not all dogs will show signs of illness. Canine influenza is typically not life-threatening, and most dogs recover within two or three weeks. However, it can develop into more serious illness and pneumonia for puppies, elderly dogs, and dogs with existing illnesses.
The virus can spread via aerosolised respiratory secretions (coughing and sneezing) from infected dogs. It can also spread through objects contaminated by the respiratory secretions of an infected dog, such as food bowls, toys, bedding, collars and leashes that are shared between infected and uninfected dogs. The risk of canine influenza is highest when large number of dogs are housed together in close confinement.
It is also not known to infect humans.
[Advisory for dog owners]
Pet owners are advised to seek veterinary attention if their dogs are unwell. Owners should also keep their unwell dog away from activities or facilities where other dogs are present, until it has fully recovered. Owners should also adhere to good hygiene practices to minimise the risk of spreading the illness. This includes washing their hands with soap and water, before and after coming into contact with dogs and their immediate environment.