KVH has the Canine Influenza Vaccine H3N8

The canine flu is working its way into our area of Texas. This flu originated back in 2003 as it passed from Equines to Racing Greyhounds.

High risk "dog groups" are animals that participate in boarding, dogs that live in and or around rescued canines.  Pets that routinely go to the dog park or any other "social" area for dogs are at high risk.  However, the flu bug can live, unseen, on concrete surfaces for 48 hours and on clothing for 12 hours! So, essentially, any dog is at risk.   

The Canine flu, or CIV, is a brand new virus to dogs. Thus, canines have no natural immunity to this illness.  100% of all dogs that come into contact with this virus will become infected when exposed. 

Krum Veterinary Hospital is now carrying the only vaccine to guard your dog against the canine flu.  The cost for the vaccine is $ 27.50.  One booster 2 to 4 weeks after the initial vaccination will be required to ensure proper immunity. 

Click here for more information on CIV.

Please call our office to schedule your dog's flu shot if he or she is in an at-risk category. 

An office exam is not necessary and our technicians can administer this vaccine to your dog. Give us a call and let us know if you want to set a technician appointment up!

AVMA: 2009 H1N1 Virus Confirmed in Iowa cat

November 4, 2009 – A 13-year old cat in Iowa developed signs of a respiratory infection after several people in the household were ill.  Preliminary testing was positive for 2009 H1N1 on October 29, and the results were confirmed on November 2.  This is the first report of a cat infected with H1N1.  The cat has recovered from its illness.

To date, this is the first cat confirmed infected with the 2009 H1N1 virus.  Two ferrets, one in Oregon and one in Nebraska, have also recently been confirmed infected with the 2009 H1N1 virus.  The Nebraska ferret died, but the Oregon ferret has recovered.  To date, there is no evidence that the ferrets or the cat passed the virus to people.

The American Veterinary Medical Association and American Association of Feline Practitioners are reminding pet owners that many viruses can pass between people and animals, so this was not an altogether unexpected event. We are advising pet owners to monitor their pets’ health very closely, no matter what type of animal, and visit a veterinarian if there are any signs of illness.

For more information, view the AVMA’s press release on the Iowa case or visit the AVMA’s H1N1 resources Web page.

Safer Care for Your Pet at KVH

Krum Veterinary hospital is the one of the ONLY veterinary hospitals in Denton County using Sevoflurane Anesthesia for 100% of it's surgeries! Sevoflurane does not metabolize through the body and this means NO impingement on your pets kidneys or liver. As a matter of fact, Sevofluane is the very same anesthesia used in 100% of pediatric surgeries—this is the absolute SAFEST and BEST for your pet's care.