GreyhoundGirl Posted March 12, 2016 Share Posted March 12, 2016 I think the Twin Terros have colds. They're walking around sneezing constantly. Unsurprisingly, Molly isn't bothered at all. Mason is mopey, not wanting to walk and I think he may have a bit of a fever (I'm going to take it now). I'm afraid they're going to generously share it with the dogs who are visiting us. Poor babies. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ramonaghan Posted March 12, 2016 Share Posted March 12, 2016 Maybe spring allergies? Not sure where you're located, but everything here is blooming and it's equal parts beautiful and miserable. Hope they feel better soon! Quote Rachel with Doolin Doodle Dooooo, boss cat Tootie, and feline squatters Crumpet and Fezziwig. Missing gentlemen kitties Mud, Henry, and Richard and our gorgeous, gutsy girlhounds Sweep and Willa. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GreyhoundGirl Posted March 12, 2016 Author Share Posted March 12, 2016 They've never had it before and nothing is blooming. I actually thought it might be allergies to the straw I just laid down. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cleptogrey Posted March 12, 2016 Share Posted March 12, 2016 (edited) Bingo!!! Wipe the dogs off with plain clear water,use paper towels after you take their temperature and make sure that they are NOT running a fever. If this started after the straw went down it's most likely the seeds in the straw. You can also hose down the straw as well, wash the pollen off. I purchased one lot of straw filled with weeds, I raked it,bagged it and dumped it. Many trees are pollinating now Edited March 12, 2016 by cleptogrey Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lukasmom Posted March 13, 2016 Share Posted March 13, 2016 Dog flu is back. If they start coughing take them to the vet right away. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GreyhoundGirl Posted March 13, 2016 Author Share Posted March 13, 2016 I took his temp and it doesn't look like he had one BUT it was 2 degrees higher than it has been when I've taken it in the past. I'm giving him a few days. If he's still lethargic and sneezing I'll take him in. Molly's fine. Although, treat one, treat both. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GreyhoundGirl Posted March 13, 2016 Author Share Posted March 13, 2016 I took his temp and it doesn't look like he had one BUT it was 2 degrees higher than it has been when I've taken it in the past. I'm giving him a few days. If he's still lethargic and sneezing I'll take him in. Molly's fine. Although, treat one, treat both. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beachbum1 Posted March 13, 2016 Share Posted March 13, 2016 (edited) So is his temperature normal or below normal? Edited March 13, 2016 by Beachbum1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GreyhoundGirl Posted March 13, 2016 Author Share Posted March 13, 2016 Right now it's normal but in the past when I've taken it it's always been below normal. Basically. I think the thermometer is off so I'm wondering if he does have a temp. Plus, his nose is warm and he just feels warm compared to the other dogs. I do have antibiotics at home I can start him on. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beachbum1 Posted March 13, 2016 Share Posted March 13, 2016 Don't start antibiotics when you don't know what's going on. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
3greytjoys Posted March 13, 2016 Share Posted March 13, 2016 Many other possibilities too. Could be parasites (e.g. nasal mites, worms), viral, bacterial, fungal, respiratory infection, foxtails, etc. I don't know your region or the region in which your recently laid straw was grown, but foxtails are worth knowing about since they can be deadly to pets: http://www.acadiavetclinic.com/news/foxtail-gras/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cleptogrey Posted March 13, 2016 Share Posted March 13, 2016 monday is coming, i would at least talk to your vet if you are unsure about bringing them in. a phone call doesn't cost, and try a digital thermometer, very cheap, fast and accurate. mean while, did you hose down the straw? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GeorgeofNE Posted March 14, 2016 Share Posted March 14, 2016 As far as I know, seasonal allergies do NOT cause sneezing in dogs (they cause itching) and dogs do not catch "colds." I would have them to the vet. If they both have it, it's probably something contagious. Quote Susan, Hamish, Mister Bigglesworth and Nikita Stanislav. Missing Ming, George, and Buck Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tbhounds Posted March 14, 2016 Share Posted March 14, 2016 As far as I know, seasonal allergies do NOT cause sneezing in dogs (they cause itching) and dogs do not catch "colds." I would have them to the vet. If they both have it, it's probably something contagious. I would rec a vet visit too. I would be more concerned about a virus they picked up. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GreyhoundGirl Posted March 14, 2016 Author Share Posted March 14, 2016 Yep, turns out it is a virus. Poor Mason had a temp of 103.6 and he's dropped 10 pounds (I almost cried). He's on doxycycline and Rhimadyl to help bring down the fever. We're not testing Molly at this time since she's showing no symptoms other than the sneezing. If she starts showing symptoms I'll call and the vet will prescribe meds. It's my first dog with a fever. Oh, and they're not to be around other dogs for 2 weeks so no meets and greets. Mason is thrilled!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beachbum1 Posted March 14, 2016 Share Posted March 14, 2016 Yep, turns out it is a virus. Poor Mason had a temp of 103.6 and he's dropped 10 pounds (I almost cried). He's on doxycycline and Rhimadyl to help bring down the fever. We're not testing Molly at this time since she's showing no symptoms other than the sneezing. If she starts showing symptoms I'll call and the vet will prescribe meds. It's my first dog with a fever. Oh, and they're not to be around other dogs for 2 weeks so no meets and greets. Mason is thrilled!! When Mason is feeling better, he can come to FL to gain some weight again with his brother and Face. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EllenEveBaz Posted March 14, 2016 Share Posted March 14, 2016 Feel better ASAP, M&M. Rest from your hectic schedules. Lots of fluids. Chicken soup. Daytime tv. (Not to make fun of poor Mason's illness. Hoping he kicks this virus pronto.) Quote Ellen, with brindle Milo and the blonde ballerina, Gelsey remembering Eve, Baz, Scout, Romie, Nutmeg, and Jeter Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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