As reports of the dog-flu come in from across the US, experts have pointed out that the virus is rarely deadly and cannot be passed to humans.
A number of cases of canine influenza have been reported in states including Arkansas, Missouri, Colorado, Washington and California. According to a report by Business Insider, Stephanie Duarte, a registered veterinary technician at the East Bay Pet Clinic in Oakland, California, recommends that dog owners watch for symptoms, especially if a dog is frequently in contact with other dogs.
Similar to people, the most common symptoms include sneezing, nasal discharge, and coughing.