Is There A Vaccination For Bordetella ? Yes. An intranasal vaccination (meaning to squirt some up each nostril) is used to protect against Bordetella or your veterinarian may prefer the injectable vaccine. The vaccine also usually includes protection against Parainfluenza. What Is The Recommended ended Protocol For The Bordetella Vaccination ? This will vary from region to region so what I'm describing here is simply an example of a Bordetella vaccination program and may not be what your veterinarian recommends. You can usually give an intranasal dose at least one week prior to boarding or exposure to Canine Cough situations (exposure to other dogs). Boosters are recommended yearly if the dog is not being boarded or to be current within the last 6 months prior to boarding. Why Is The Vaccine Given Intranasally ? Research has shown that most of the immunity toward Bordetella is localized in the upper respiratory passages. Our intranasal vaccine is superior in boosting this localized immunity. Which Dog's Should Receive The Bordetella (Canine Cough) Vaccine ? To a large extent this is an individual owner's decision. If your dog is going to be boarded in a kennel, exposed to unfamiliar dogs or traveling, then the Bordetella vaccination is highly recommended. If your dog is not going to be in these situations then the risk of exposure is lower. Many pet owners do include this as part of their dog's general preventive health program and this is a wise choice. Do Most Bording Facilities Require Bordetella Vaccination For All Dogs Prior To Boarding ? Yes. Is It Possible For My Dog To Get Canine Cough Syndrome Even If He's Vaccinated ? Yes it is possible to catch Canine Cough anyway but the chances are much less with vaccination and the severity of illness is greatly reduced if the dog with Canine Cough has received prior vaccination. Why Is The Vaccination Not A 100% Guarantee Against Getting Canine Cough ? Because (as mentioned before) Canine Cough is often caused by several. viruses and bacteria; only 3 of which ( Bordetella Parainfluenza and Adeno type II) it is possible to vaccinate against. How Can I Learn More About Canine Coug ? Call your local veterinarian and they'll be glad to tell you more.  .... back page      next page ....