DIAGNOSING CANINE INFLUENZA

Because of increasing prevalence, rapid spread, and the potential for up to 20% of dogs to have a severe disease course, veterinarians should examine further any dogs showing clinical signs.

A clinic can use multiple methods to test for both strains (CIV H3N8 and CIV H3N2).

Each of these tests can help with different readings, and several methods may be used depending on the stage of infection in the dog.⁴⁰

In the video, Dr. Natalie Marks covers procedures and best practices for sampling and testing.