WiggleButts Mobile Dog Gym

Looks like the Canine Infectious Respiratory Disease has made it to MD. Keep your dogs safe this holiday.

INFO:

Several states have reported cases of an unusual canine infectious respiratory disease (CIRDC) since August 2023.

The cause is unknown as dogs show similar signs of an upper respiratory disease but generally don’t test positive for common respiratory diseases. The disease is generally resistant to standard treatments.

The symptoms fall into 3 main categories:
Chronic which lasts for 6-8 weeks or longer and doesn't respond well to antibiotics.
Chronic pneumonia that shows minimal response to antibiotics.
Acute pneumonia that leads to poor outcomes within 24-36 hours.

One veterinary pathologist noted fatalities aren't common, but some animals can become acute and that has resulted in fatal pneumonia after the longer chronic stage. They consider these cases as secondary infections to dogs with existing health issues.

If your dog shows symptoms such as coughing, sneezing, nasal and/or eye discharge, and lethargy, ISOLATE HIM FROM OTHER ANIMALS and seek medical care. In most cases, it appears that the period of shedding has passed by the time cases are seen by reporting veterinarians. If your dog already has an illness or a compromised immune system, take care to avoid areas where animals gather. And if you're planning to board your pet, consider other options.

Here are some general recommendations for dog owners:
Since a bacterial or viral cause is unknown, boosters will have no value.
If you're attending an event with your dog, get a health check 12-24 hours before and don’t attend if he exhibits any symptoms.
Limit contact with unknown dogs. The more contacts your dog has, the higher the risk of encountering an infectious dog.
Avoid communal water bowls shared by multiple dogs.
Remember, if your dog appears sick, it's best to keep him at home. Support the immune system in all dogs and that includes feeding liquids and a fresh, whole food diet.

https://www.dogsnaturallymagazine.com/5-ways-to-manage-respiratory-infection-in-dogs/?fbclid=IwAR0j7scV5w8EqCevu8n8CzGShakeWrQvPRA_j0xj6L_6SfaRmd89D3l0qgQ

Hey all,

WiggleButts Mobile Dog Gym is all set up here at the Fall Fest vendor hall. Please stop by and let us know how we can take care of your pets exercise needs.

1008 Twin Arch Rd Mt Airy MD 21771
We will be here until 5 and look forward to seeing you.

The WiggleButtsmdg team

WiggleButts Mobile Dog Gym is out at Lisbon Volunteer Fire Company from 2 to 4 today in support of the Annual Open House & Trunk or Treat. Bring your kids and come see "Bone Wolf" on one of the "mills" while you Trunk or Treat

Today we had the opportunity to work with 3 wonderful dogs taking advantage of October's free trial. Whiskey (Aussie) and Oscar (Lab) took right to it. R***r (Bulldog) decided he wasn't interested in today's motivational offerings, but we haven't given up on him. We will be posting videos in the near future.

WiggleButts MDG is offering Mount Airy residents free intro sessions thru October 31s for pups willing to allow videos of their 1st mobile gym experience. All dogs react differently to the experience and it takes time for them to adjust to the mobile dog gym. This is a process I am hoping to film so new clients know what to look for. Reach out by phone, messenger, or email if you have a pup interested.

It is official. WiggleButts Mobile Dog Gym LLC is open for business, currently located in Mount Airy, MD. Please contact us with any questions, or to schedule your dog's gym session.