After all of the buzz in the news over the last few months about the Swine Flu (also known as H1N1 influenza), I grew concerned over whether my two West Highland White Terriers, Bogie and Bacall, might be in danger. The cat had developed signs of a respiratory infection after several people in its family were ill.

After tests resulting as positive for H1N1, the cat was reported as the first cat infected with the swine Flu. Horse Pain Relief

Dr. Frick informed me that both American Veterinary Medical Association and the American Association of Feline practitioners put out reminders regarding many viruses having the ability to pass between people and animals. After all of the buzz in the news over the last few months about the Swine Flu (also known as H1N1 influenza), I grew concerned over whether my two West Highland White Terriers, Bogie and Bacall, might be in danger. The cat had developed signs of a respiratory infection after several people in its family were ill.

After tests resulting as positive for H1N1, the cat was reported as the first cat infected with the swine Flu.

Dr. Frick informed me that both American Veterinary Medical Association and the American Association of Feline practitioners put out reminders regarding many viruses having the ability to pass between people and animals.

Of course, she said, it is always smart to keep an eye on your pet’s health and get in touch with your veterinarian if anything seems to be of concern. Instead of risking your pet being uncomfortable or even suffering, it is always best to nip something in the bud.

While canine influenza is much more common in dogs than H1N1, it is also a much more serious health threat. It has the unfortunate ability to spread quickly through anywhere there is a population of dogs such as rescue organizations, kennels, or greyhound facilities and can pass directly from one dog to another.

One complication of canine influenza is pneumonia, which is sometimes fatal. Actually, it has been reported that its mortality is approximately 10%.

So far, the authorities are telling us that H1N1 can infect cats and maybe dogs, but it does not seem to be capable of passing among animals. I am glad that I have had Bogie and Bacall under Dr. Frick’s care for several years and that we do everything possible to boost their immune systems through stress relief with Alpha-Stim treatment, and by providing them with multi-vitamins and a healthy diet.

Of course, she said, it is always smart to keep an eye on your pet’s health and get in touch with your veterinarian if anything seems to be of concern. Instead of risking your pet being uncomfortable or even suffering, it is always best to nip something in the bud.

While canine influenza is much more common in dogs than H1N1, it is also a much more serious health threat. It has the unfortunate ability to spread quickly through anywhere there is a population of dogs such as rescue organizations, kennels, or greyhound facilities and can pass directly from one dog to another.

One complication of canine influenza is pneumonia, which is sometimes fatal. Actually, it has been reported that its mortality is approximately 10%.

So far, the authorities are telling us that H1N1 can infect cats and maybe dogs, but it does not seem to be capable of passing among animals. I am glad that I have had Bogie and Bacall under Dr. Frick’s care for several years and that we do everything possible to boost their immune systems through stress relief with Alpha-Stim treatment, and by providing them with multi-vitamins and a healthy diet. Pet Chiropractic

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