Dog Flu Risk for Canines in Kennels, Pooch Parks and Groomers

Soundbite and Script

November 23, 2011

ANNOUNCER:

DO YOU PLAN ON TAKING FIDO TO THE GROOMER OR BOARDING HIM AT THE  KENNEL THIS HOLIDAY SEASON? IF SO, VETERINARIAN AND PET HEALTH EXPERT, DR. BERNADINE CRUZ HAS ADVICE FOR DOG OWNERS:

SOUNDBITE: Veterinarian Dr. Bernadine Cruz

“This holiday season, dog owners should be aware of the heightened risk of dog flu.  It is highly contagious and most dogs have no immunity to it.  In fact, virtually 100% of newly exposed dogs become infected with the virus.  There have been outbreaks throughout the country in states like Texas, Virginia, Connecticut, New York and Colorado.  In fact, it has been confirmed in 38 states. 

Dog flu can spread quickly in enclosed environments like boarding kennels.  Other dogs at risk include those that visit the groomer, dog parks and doggie daycare.  Some of the symptoms are cough, runny nose and fever.  But the good news is, there’s a vaccine available to help prevent the disease and keep Fido healthy.  This year, give your dog the gift of a healthy holiday season and speak to your vet about the NOBIVAC Canine Influenza vaccine.”

ANNOUNCER:

FOR MORE INFORMATION ON GETTING YOUR PUP VACCINATED, VISIT WWW.DOGINFLUENZA.COM. I’M LEE SHEPHARD.