4 Things You Need to Know About the Canine Flu Epidemic

The canine flu makes periodic appearances in various parts of the country from time to time. This viral infection is similar to strains that affect the human population – it’s infectious and has the capability to evolve into new strains. In fact, canine influenza is believed to have originated from flu strains specific to horses. Although dog flu normally isn’t fatal to otherwise healthy and strong animals, it can sometimes be fatal in young puppies, older dogs, and those with compromised immune systems due to disease or being in the process of recovery from an injury.…