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What are the symptoms of hantavirus in dogs?

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Dogs and cats can get hantavirus but do not spread it to humans. This infection usually starts with 'flu-like symptoms such as headache, muscle pain and fever. Shortness of breath and other serious symptoms develop next, and it can cause death.


Can dogs carry hantavirus?

The hantaviruses that cause human illness in the United States are not known to be transmitted by any types of animals other than certain species of rodents. Dogs and cats are not known to carry hantavirus; however, they may bring infected rodents into contact with people if they catch such animals and carry them home.

Can dogs get sick from mouse droppings?

Whilst mouse poop is not toxic to dogs unless it has bait poison in it, there is still a small risk it can make your dog sick. The bigger risk to your dog's health from mice is by eating the rodent, or having infected urine get into its system. However, the risks of mice to dog diseases are still quite small.

What are the first symptoms of hantavirus?

Early symptoms are general and include fever, fatigue, and muscle pain. Other symptoms may include headache, nausea (a feeling of sickness in the stomach), vomiting, diarrhea (loose stool/poop) and dizziness.

What are the three 3 symptoms of hantavirus?

Initial symptoms may include fever, muscle aches (myalgias), headache, cough, and/or difficulty breathing. Symptoms progress rapidly, and abnormally low blood pressure (hypotension), shock, and/or respiratory failure may occur.

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