Frequently Asked Questions

Your top Bordetella questions answered by veterinarians and medical experts.

What is Bordetella?

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Is Bordetella contagious between animals and humans?

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How is Bordetella spread?

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What are the early signs of kennel cough in dogs?

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What symptoms does Bordetella cause in cats?

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How does B. bronchiseptica present in rabbits?

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What distinguishes whooping cough from other human coughs?

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How soon after exposure do signs appear?

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How long can infected animals or people shed Bordetella?

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Does prior infection provide lifelong immunity?

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Which canine vaccines protect against Bordetella?

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How often should a boarding dog be vaccinated?

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Are feline Bordetella vaccines available?

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What antibiotics treat B. bronchiseptica in animals?

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What antibiotics treat pertussis in humans?

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Can vaccinated animals still carry Bordetella?

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