How terrible it is when we have colds, either due to cold weather or other factors, so you should know that the same thing that happens to us happens to dogs, since these also catch colds and get sickThat is why we must also take care of their health.
But, how to know the cold symptoms in our dog?
There are some viruses that cause dogs to catch colds, the most common being the virus called Parainfluenza, rarely the so-called Adenovirus type 2 and which can also cause other diseases, these viruses are responsible for attacking the respiratory system, which gives rise to the dog can get sick with a cold.
The symptoms of cold in dogs are very varied, like distemper that has symptoms similar to those of the cold, so because of this you have to be very attentive, if the situation worsens it is advisable to go to a veterinarian.
Symptoms that tell us that our dog has a cold
Sneezing
As is and as it happens to people, dogs sneeze too, this being one of the most notorious symptoms of the cold and is that sneezing in dogs is usually followed, which could trigger an attack of sneezing, this being a sign that our dog is being attacked by a cold .
Cough
Coughing is very common in humans when they have colds, but you should know that in dogs as well, although if the dog has been in contact with a dog from a kennel or the dog himself has been in one, be careful , it may be the cause of a disease called “Kennel cough”.
Fever
If the body temperature of the dog begins to exceed 39 ° C, this is a clear indication of fever and if this temperature reaches 41 ° C it would already be an even worse disease. The best way to take a dog's temperature is with a quick measurement thermometer, so as not to have the dog restrained for so long, since for many it is something uncomfortable and difficult. But if you do not have this type of thermometer, we must do it in the traditional way, using the outside of our hands we can touch its legs and ears and notice if they are hot, another way is also to observe its gums, if it has a fever they will be noticed reddened and dry.
The appetite
This is also a factor to take into account, if the dog does not have an appetite, it may be this disease, if you do not do any physical activity and / or are listless, it is a clear sign of a cold.
If the dog has a cold, it is better to worry about taking care of it and healing it and not thinking about whether we can catch this cold, since it is not possible that humans can contract this disease from a dog or vice versa, because viruses do not act in human organisms as they do in dogs.
Change in temperature
Changes in temperature can be harmful to the dog when they are sudden changes, that's why it is recommended to prepare the dog for the changes of seasonsThus your body adapts and does not suffer from any disease.
Hydration and good nutrition
Just as in humans, in dogs there is also loss of appetite, letting the dog stay without food and without drinking water can worsen the situation, it is necessary for the dog to eat and drink enough water for the body to regain strength.
Do not take the dog out when it rains or there is cold weather
Since these types of weather have never been a good combination with the cold, as they always make the disease worse, so if the weather is very cold, it is raining or about to rain, kill your dog warm and at home.