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Question

My dog ginger, chauhiuaha, please don't make fun of the spelling, fox terrier mix keeps coughing, like she is going to throw up, whats wrong with her, she does not throw up, just gaging.
serious answers only please, anything serious helps.

Now, don't think I am stupid, but can someone EXPLAIN, like explain what kennel cough is, and how they get it, she does this often.

Answer 1

I don't know but my fathers full blooded chichaucha (won't laugh if you don"t ) always did that too they never found out what caused it but she lived for ten years and was killed in accident so don't think it's really serious she did it from time born

Answer 2

I don't mind how you spell the dog breed. It's hard to spell. Your dog may have kennel cough or have some other problems, bad ones. I hate it when people say this, but take your dog to the vet, because honestly, that's all you can do. It will hopefully help you and your dog out. I hope Ginger feels better. Sorry you have to go to the vet.

Answer 3

Take the dog to the vet along with a fresh stool sample. Your dog may have worms. If you check on round worms, for instance, you'll find that part of the life cycle is in the lung of a dog. They cough up the larva (I know this is gross) and swallow them (dogs can't spit, and they then move to the intestine where they live until excreted by the dog. The dog could also have Bordaella (kennel cough). Vet is the best idea.

Answer 4

To many, the term kennel cough means that this disease can only be contracted from a kennel. This is not so. Your dog can pick up the disease from any place where there are many dogs, but they can also get it from exposure to just a single infected animal. Kennel cough often occurs following exposure at these most likely places:
1.A kennel
2.Your groomers
3.A show
4.Veterinarians or clinic
5.Congregation of other dogs
Kennel cough is a highly contagious disease affecting the respiratory system of dogs. It is influenced by various environmental factors, usually produced by a combination of bacterial and viral agents.
Supplying your dog's veterinarian with an accurate history (vaccination status, recent stress, and especially recent activities) is essential in the diagnosis of kennel cough.
The major sign of kennel cough is a spontaneous, dry, hacking cough that is easily induced. For example, simply walking the dog on a leash may cause a sudden fit of coughing. Owners may suspect that the dog has something caught in its throat, or that it is trying to vomit. You should observe your bulldog carefully so you may accurately report to your veterinarian how your dog is acting and what his symptoms are.
Most cases of canine kennel cough will spontaneously resolve in ten days to three weeks, but owners can make their dogs more comfortable by minimizing the coughing with a cough suppressant obtained from their veterinarian. The dog should definitely be seen by the veterinarian if the disease persists longer than two weeks or the animal begins to show systemic signs, that is, acts depressed, has a fever, has lost its appetite, is not drinking as much water as normal, or is just plain acting sick.
Generally, seven to ten days is required after exposure to an infected animal before a dog develops the characteristic cough. Antibiotics may be prescribed if the disease is systemic, but their usefulness is questionable.
To help prevent this disease rather than trying to deal with it once your dog has it would be through the routine use of vaccinations. Viral causes of kennel cough (such as distemper, adenoviruses, and parainfluenza virus), are covered by the "DHLPP" vaccination that all dogs should receive annually. The major bacterial agent associated with the disease, Bordetella Bronchiseptica, may be vaccinated against as well. Another preventative measure would be to have your veterinarian give your dog a booster against Bordetella seven to 10 days prior to a show or kenneling, and annual boosters if you feel your dog is at high exposure to other dogs.
If you suspect your dog of having kennel cough he should be isolated from other dogs so that it cannot transmit the disease to healthy ones. However, since an infected dog will not begin coughing for approximately 7 days after it has picked up the disease, any dogs that come in contact with it during that time may already have picked up the disease and should be observed carefully for any signs of this disease.

Answer 5

What did she eat last? did she have a dog chew? Her throat could be blocked. I really hope you did not give her a greenie! Those need to be banned as they have killed many dogs!
She could have Kennel cough which is highly contagious to other dogs. For the Love Of Your Dog Get Her TO A Vet!!

Answer 6

since she is part terrier, you might be seeing the "terrier cough."

really.

They sort of lean forward, like they were standing against a strong wind, and they cough for a while. Dry cough. sort of a Hacking sound.

but you need a vet to make a real diagnosis, to be sure that is the terrier cough, since there are lots of more serious problems/possibilities..



If it is the terrier cough, no problem, unless they cough like that for 5 minutes or more, which could indicate injury or disease to the trachea.

Answer 7

TAKE HER TO THE VET!... I thought my dog had a cough...Didn't take her in immediatly because it can just run its course... we treated kennel cough twice... and the problem persisted... by the time they did an endoscope to learn it was actually her stomach and "acid reflux"... it was too late there was severe damage to her throat and she never recovered!
the kennel cough "cough" is usually very distinguishable... comparable to whooping cough in children... but don't try to self diagnose!...its not worth it!

Answer 8

go to the vet as soon as possible becuase if u dont it could get worse.if it is kennel cough ive heard it is when your dog stays in a kennel 4 along time.

Answer 9

It could be something as simple as what is called reverse sneezing. It kind of sounds like a snort. It is nothing to worry about. Just calm her down and rib her throat until she stops. Take her to the vet to make sure. Good Luck!

Answer 10

Sp: chihuahua ;)
is he current on his shots?
could be kennel cough, your best bet is to take him to a vet to verify his condition ....
kennel cough is usually a dry raspy cough sound and at times it can sound like they are going to heave something up, but nothing happens. it's an air-born virus.
good luck!! :)

Answer 11

If she has a lot of fur that she licks it could just be hair. My dogs do that often as well. Make sure she has water. She could also have something stuck in her throat that shes trying to get out. if it continues see you vet.