Veterinary practice requires canine influenza vaccination before boarding.

Veterinary practice requires canine influenza vaccination before boarding.Canine influenza isn't in the Billings area just yet but according to local veterinarians, there have been cases reported across the state. One Billings animal hospital is asking dog owners to be proactive about the disease. Best Friends Animal Hospital is requiring all dogs to be vaccinated before being boarded with them this holiday season. Veterinarian Lisa Galvin at Best Friends Animal Hospital says the influenza presents itself like kennel cough but also features a fever. The canine influenza is spread through the air by close contact, such as dogs coughing. Any dogs that go to the groomers, dog parks, dog shows, or live with or in close contact to dogs are at risk.