Separating Fact, Fiction, and Uncertainty
Canine Respiratory Illness Q&A with Trupanion
Your questions, answered
In response to continued reports of an upswing in respiratory illness impacting dogs across North America, Trupanion recently convened a panel of global veterinary authorities and thought leaders to discuss this timely topic.
What's covered
Real time updates:
Stay informed with the latest updates on canine respiratory illness, leveraging Trupanion’s database of over 3 million Trupanion-protected pets.
Prevention strategies:
Learn effective strategies and practical measures you can take to safeguard your pup’s health.
Signs to watch for:
Learn how to recognize early signs, empowering you to take proactive steps to address potential concerns.
Your questions from our live, interactive Q&A:
Our panel of experts answer viewer questions to help deepen your understanding of canine respiratory health.
Who should watch?
Everyone! Concerned animal lovers, pet parents, veterinary professionals,
and members of the media who are seeking the latest information are invited to view the recording.
Don’t miss out on the opportunity to hear from the experts, firsthand!
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Meet the experts
DR. STEVE WEINRAUCH
BVMS, MRCVS
HOST
Dr. Steve Weinrauch, BVMS, MRCVS is the Chief Veterinary/Product Officer of Trupanion and founder of MightyVet 501(c)(3). Before joining Trupanion, Steve built and ran three veterinary practices in the Seattle area. He has published his research in numerous peer reviewed journals, and he is licensed to practice in both the U.S.A. and the European Union.
DR. SCOTT WEESE
DACVIM
PANELIST
Dr. Scott Weese is a veterinary internist, a Diplomate of the American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine, and a Fellow of the Canadian Academy of Health Sciences. He is a Professor at the Ontario Veterinary College, University of Guelph, Director of the University of Guelph Centre for Public Health and Zoonoses, Chief of Infection Control at the Ontario Veterinary College Health Sciences Centre, and is a member of numerous national and international committees dealing with infectious diseases and antimicrobial resistance, including the Quadripartite (WHO, WOAH, FAO, UNEP) Global Leaders Group on AMR.
DR. MICHAEL LAPPIN
PHD, DACVIM
PANELIST
Dr. Michael Lappin is a veterinary internist, a Diplomate of the American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine, holds a PhD in Parasitology, is Director of the Center for Companion Animal Studies at Colorado State University School of Veterinary Medicine and Chair of the World Small Animal Veterinary Association One Health Committee. He is also currently a Professor at the College of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences at Colorado State University.
DR. CARRIE JURNEY
DACVIM (NEUROLOGY)
SPECIAL GUEST
Dr. Carrie Jurney is a veterinary neurologist and practice owner at Remedy Veterinary Specialists in San Francisco. She is a passionate advocate for mental health and wellbeing, and served as the founding president of Not One More Vet 501(c)(3), the world's largest wellness-focused charity for veterinary professionals.
Resources
Worms and Germs Blog
A Dog Owner’s Guide to Navigating Respiratory Disease Concerns
Dr. Scott Weese
Ontario Veterinary College
Animicrobial Usage Guidelines
Dr. Scott Weese
Colorado State University
Respiratory illness strikes canine community in Colorado’s Front Range, CSU veterinarians warn
Dr. Michael Lappin
Colorado Department of Agriculture
State Veterinarian’s Office Update on Colorado’s Canine Respiratory Disease Outbreak
Dr. Michael Lappin
Journal of Veterinary Internal Medicine
Antimicrobial use Guidelines for Treatment of Respiratory Tract Disease in Dogs and Cats
Antimicrobial Guidelines Working Group of the International Society for Companion Animal Infectious Diseases
Dr. Michael Lappin