Kennel Cough Prevention & Treatment

Kennel cough, also known as canine infectious respiratory disease (CIRD), is a highly contagious illness that affects the respiratory tracts of dogs. This condition can impact dogs of all breeds and ages. It is caused by multiple bacteria and viruses, often infecting dogs with more than one organism at a time. Some of the more commonly involved pathogens include Bordetella bronchiseptica, canine parainfluenza virus, canine adenovirus type 2, canine influenza, and less commonly, canine distemper virus.