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Symptoms of coronavirus in dogs

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Possible symptoms of coronavirus infection in dogs include fever, cough, respiratory symptoms, diarrhea, loss of appetite, weakness and fatigue, muscle pain, neurological symptoms, and eye symptoms. If your dog shows the above symptoms, it is recommended to see a doctor as soon as possible so that the veterinarian can make a diagnosis and take corresponding treatment measures. Keep the living environment clean and dry to reduce the spread of viruses.

1. Fever

After dogs are infected with coronavirus, the most common symptom is fever, and the body temperature can rise to above 39.5°C. If the dog is not in good condition, it is recommended that the owner observes and checks the dog's temperature at any time. If fever symptoms occur, the dog can be taken to the pet hospital for antipyretic injections, or a handkerchief soaked in cold water can be applied to the meat pads of the dog's feet to cool down. .

2. Cough

Dogs infected with coronavirus will have symptoms of coughing, and when the cough is severe, it may be accompanied by sputum or nasal discharge.

3. Respiratory symptoms

After dogs are infected with coronavirus, they will develop respiratory symptoms, such as shortness of breath, wheezing, etc. If necessary, take the dog to the pet hospital for oxygen or aerosol treatment.

4. Diarrhea

About 50% of dogs infected with coronavirus will develop diarrhea symptoms, which may lead to dehydration in severe cases. If this happens, you need to take the dog to the pet hospital immediately for intravenous rehydration.

5. Loss of appetite

Dogs infected with coronavirus may suffer from symptoms such as loss of appetite, increased body temperature, and weight loss.

6. Weakness and Fatigue

Dogs infected with coronavirus will feel weak and tired, and their activity level will be significantly reduced.

7. Muscle Pain

Some dogs infected with the coronavirus will develop symptoms of muscle pain, including reluctance to move and slow movements. If the pain is severe, you need to communicate with your pet's doctor in time to use painkillers appropriately.

8. Nervous System Symptoms

In rare cases, coronavirus infection may cause neurological symptoms in dogs, such as convulsions, paralysis, etc. It is necessary to follow the doctor's advice with nerve-repairing drugs.

9. Eye symptoms

After some dogs are infected with coronavirus, they may develop eye symptoms, such as tearing and increased eye feces.

It should be noted that the symptoms of dogs infected with coronavirus vary in severity, and some dogs may only have mild symptoms.Some dogs may have severe symptoms. If your dog is found to have the above symptoms, it is recommended to see a doctor as soon as possible so that the veterinarian can make a diagnosis and take corresponding treatment measures. At the same time, keep the dog’s living environment clean and dry to reduce the possibility of virus transmission.


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