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Can my dog get the flu?

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#1 · (Edited)
Hello,
So i am having flu these 3 days and i have taken my german shepherd for walks several times!
Is there a chance that he can get the flu from me?
Thank you
 
#4 ·
"Kennel cough" is actually one of several various respitory issues, including parainfluenza, Bordetella, adenovirus, and mycoplasma. So basically, a dog cold or dog flu but not really the same ones that humans get. There is a tiny bit of potential that an immune compromised human might be at risk from Bordetella but AFAIK, minimal to no risk of a dog catching a human flu or cold.

(Not a vet or a doctor, just research stuff)