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• Overview • Transmission • Signs • Risk Factors • Outcomes • Spreading • Diagnosis • Vaccines • Resources Disease Overview Canine influenza is a relatively new disease caused by a “flu” virus. The first virus (H3N8) was thought to be of equine origin when found in Florida. It is highly infectious and spreads rapidly. With initial signs being coughing, sneezing, nasal discharge and fever. Although it has low mortality rates, the morbidity rates are high. • Canine Influenza spreads quickly and may cause serious illness to dogs, such as pneumonia. • The H3N2 virus, identified in 2015, spread to half the continent in less than 6 months. • CIV has now been identified in 76 • 20% of CIV-infected dogs do not exhibit clinical signs but still shed and spread the virus. 36 • Dogs that come from shelters, rescue centers, breeding kennels, or pet stores • Boarding at a kennel or doggie daycare • Visiting groomers, dog parks, or engaging with other dogs on a daily basis • Dogs that participate in events/competitions • Dogs that travel • Dogs of veterinary staff that may be exposed through contaminated fomites • The course of canine influenza is mild in most dogs, with signs developing less than 5 days after infection. • Some dogs develop a more severe form with pneumonia and/or systemic illness. • Approximately 80% of dogs, exposed to canine influenza virus H3N8, develop clinical disease. • Up to 5-8% of dogs may progress to a more severe form of the condition – including fatalities. ...