Kennel cough, also known as bordetella, is a highly contagious respiratory infection that can affect dogs. It is often caused by a virus or Bordetella bronchiseptica bacteria. The vaccine to prevent kennel cough can be given through an intranasal spray.
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Administration
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The vaccine is contained in a small tube. Like a saline nasal spray the tube is inserted partway into the dog's nose and then compressed to spray the nasal membranes with the vaccine.
Benefits of Intranasal
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The intranasal bordetella works fast at giving dogs immunity from kennel cough. This is because it goes directly into the mucus membranes of the nose.
Age Given
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Puppies as young as 3 weeks can be given the intranasal bordetella vaccine. Immunity wears off after about 10 to 12 months.
Side Effects
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There are only minor side effects associated with this vaccine. These include a runny nose and sneezing.
When to Give the Vaccine
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This is not a vaccine that necessarily needs to be given to every dog. If you take your dog to dog parks or a kennel then the vaccine is recommended and may even be required before kenneling.
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