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Remedy for Kennel Cough
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Tess Thompson
Kennel cough is an illness
that infects mostly canines and sometimes cats also. The condition is
very similar to that of the common cold in human beings and the best
treatment for this condition is to let it run its course.
The problem, however, is
that the symptoms of kennel cough are extremely painful and can test
the patience of many dog owners. The dry, honking cough can keep you
and your dog awake through nights for more than 15 to 20 days at times.
Many people suggest cough
suppressants as a remedy to check the cough, but cough suppressants
actually keep the phlegm from coming out increasing the number of days
of misery for your pet. And the longer the kennel cough stays, the chances
of it developing into pneumonia or any other infectious illness increase.
Prevention is the best form
of cure, they say and nothing could be truer for kennel cough. Giving
your pet a vaccine and a booster dose when required is the best way
to save him from the agony that he will go through if he contracts the
disease.
Since kennel cough is best
avoided, here are some suggestions to increase the immune system of
your dog.
Add some vitamin C to your dog’s diet. Giving supplements is a
good idea since you can be sure of the amount of Vitamin C that is being
administered daily.
Herbal medicines or tincture to increase immunity are also available
in the market.
In the unfortunate event
of your dog contracting kennel cough make sure that you take special
care of your dog and try and alleviate his symptoms by providing good
care. A humid environment can help in providing relief for a dry cough.
You could use a home humidifier or vaporizer and keep it close to the
dogs kennel, crate or resting place. Reduce the levels of exercise while
your dog is suffering from kennel cough.
Though cough suppressants
are not recommended, a mild pediatric cough medicine can be use if the
cough gets too painful and violent for the dog. This canine respiratory
infection cure may lead to some suppression of the cough and delay overall
healing and so should be administered only in extreme cases and in consultation
with a doctor. At all times keep your pet warm, comfortable and dry
because this is critical in containing the problem.
You could also give your
dog some honey to ease an irritating throat, reduce exposure to smoke
and keep him indoors.
The only
manner in which you can give this care to your dog as soon as he gets
the disease is to be aware of the symptoms and treatment for kennel
cough well in advance so that you can identify the onset and react immediately.
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