ROANOKE (WSLS10) - Veterinarians are warning of a fast spreading disease affecting dogs in 28 states. Veterinarians at Valley Animal Hospital told us there are confirmed cases of the dog flu in North Carolina and Maryland, but not in Virginia so far. Practitioners are concerned it could spread to our region.
"It grows in the body over a two to four day period before the dog shows signs," said Charlotte Hatch, who's an associate veterinarian a Valley Animal Hospital. "During that period the dog can be transmitting that disease to others before it even shows signs. So, it's a virus that spreads very rapidly."
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The dog flu is a contagious disease that spreads easily in social settings such as dog shows, kennels and parks.
Vets say if you see your dog showing symptoms like sneezing and coughing, to bring them in.