Pets, it turns out, can catch colds just like humans. What are the symptoms?
“The following signs may indicate that your pet has caught a cold: lethargy, refusal to eat, runny nose, cough, sneezing, tearing,” says emergency veterinary doctor Vyacheslav RUSYAEV. “A fever may also be present (the normal temperature for a dog is 37.5–39.5°C). Do not self-medicate; consult a specialist.
With the onset of cold weather, if your dog has short hair, dress it warmly before walks. Include additional vitamins in its diet to strengthen the immune system, and vaccinate your pet against viral diseases after discussing vaccination with your veterinarian.”
