What is another term for infectious tracheobronchitis in dogs?

• A. Canine parvovirus
• B. Rabies
• C. Kennel cough
• D. Influenza

Answer: (C)

Kennel cough is the term used for infectious tracheobronchitis in dogs. It describes a highly contagious respiratory infection that inflames the trachea and bronchi, causing the characteristic harsh, dry cough, especially in settings where dogs mingle closely like kennels or shelters. The condition is often associated with Bordetella bronchiseptica and may involve other viruses, so the name reflects the typical scenario and presentation rather than a single pathogen. The other options refer to unrelated diseases: canine parvovirus causes severe gastroenteritis; rabies is a fatal neurologic disease; influenza is a separate respiratory infection in dogs.