Dog / Mix - Answered 1162 days ago
Hi. I was just wondering. I noticed that my dog is coughing. Like something's stuck on his throat. But he I only caught him doing this a few times. He did it again when I picked him up. But he is still eating well. Lively. He does sneeze before but this is the only time I heard him cough. He is vaccinated and dewormed and treated for ectoparasites. He also takes his vitamins. He always stays at home and rarely go outside our house. So i dont really know whats wrong. What could it be tho? Please help. Shpuld I bring him already to a vet or is this normal? Thanks.
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Irish Enriquez
Philippines
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Coco
Mix, 1 year old male
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If you observe your dog hacking away or constantly making choking sounds, then they may have a case of Bortedella, or Kennel Cough. Dogs catch this illness when they breathe in air filled with bacteria and virus particles. ... This is why you may be observing your dog coughing and gagging like he's choking. Keep Your Dog Hydrated it's very important to make sure he drinks enough water. It will flush out the toxins in his body, which may help get rid of the virus faster. If your dog does not want to drink water, have him chew on ice cubes. Also, think about adding some chicken broth to your dog's water to make it more flavorful Give Your Dog a Steam Treatment Exposing your dog to steam can loosen up the gunk in his throat, relieving his cough. When it is time for you to take a shower, let your dog sit in the bathroom with you. Leave him in the bathroom for about 30 minutes. The steam might make your dog hot, so have a bowl of water in the bathroom for him to drink. Encourage Your Dog to Rest Adequate rest is one of the best remedies for cough. If your dog gets plenty of sleep, it will give his body a chance to fight the virus and recover properly. Put your dog in a room by himself, away from kids and other pets. This way, he will not be disturbed while trying to rest. Honey is beneficial for dogs with cough because it contains many antioxidants, enzymes and flavonoids. If you give your dog Manuka honey, it may relieve his symptoms and make him feel better. The amount of honey you give your dog will depend on his size. You could also need to call your veterinarian or take your dog to them for x-ray so as to detect the main causes of the cough Best regards.
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