Nationwide Outbreak: Dog Hotels and Day Cares on High Alert as Virus Spreads Rapidly

Dog hotels and daycares in Minnesota are closely monitoring a fast-spreading virus that is sickening dogs across the country. The illness, potentially caused by a new type of bacterial infection, is difficult to prevent as it can be airborne. Symptoms include coughing, sneezing, running eyes or nose, and lethargy. Vets recommend keeping dogs up-to-date on vaccines, avoiding large groups of unknown dogs, and not sharing water bowls to help prevent the spread of the virus.