Kennel Cough is an infection that affects the upper respiratory tract of canines. It is highly contagious and can easily spread from one dog to another, especially when dogs are kept in close quarters, or when they come into contact with each other in the dog park, or during leash walks.

The most effective way of protecting your dog against Kennel Cough is to vaccinate against the condition. Other steps that can help minimize your dog’s exposure to the health problem include the following:

• Keep your dog fit and healthy to lessen his risk of contracting the disease. Avoid stress and exposure to environmental extremes; these are important factors that can compromise your dog’s immune system.
• Make sure that your dog stays in an environment that is well-ventilated.
• Minimize your dog’s contact with other dogs in the dog park or staying in boarding kennels where dogs are in close proximity with each other.

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