My dog has strep. Is he contagious to a new puppy on Amoxicillin?

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My 6 year old Lab has strep and our local vet gave our dog Amoxicillin our dog is on Amoxicillin 6 days now and done in week no cough for 2 weeks. We are supposed to get a puppy in few days and are worried of our dog giving the puppy strep? How long is our dog contagious on Amoxicillin and will puppy catch strep? Pet's info: Dog | Labrador Retriever | Male | neutered

Dr. Elizabeth · Accepted Answer

Hello, my name is Dr. Elizabeth and I am happy to help. I hate to hear D was sick but it sounds like he is improving, which is great. And congrats on the new puppy, how exciting! I think your concern is warranted as you don't want the new puppy to get sick. In general, pets are considered not contagious if they haven't been coughing for a week. Or once they start antibiotics, generally they will not be contagious (assuming they respond well as expected) within a week into therapy. These are generalized assumptions but keep in mind, every pet is different. Personally, I would want the antibiotic on board for 10 days AND no coughing for 10 days before I would bring home a puppy. I would also clean the house really well including washing all dogs beds/blankets, vacuuming and mopping to decrease bacteria and viruses in the environment. If possible, have the breeder go ahead and give the Bordetella vaccine (ideally a week or longer ) before the new puppy is due to arrive at your house. I hope this helps and please feel free to reach out any time!

My dog has strep. Is he contagious to a new puppy on Amoxicillin?

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