He started last friday and it sounds like he is coughing up a hairball but never does. Also...what is kennel cough?
2006-12-04 08:51:44 · 8 answers · asked by QueenOfNoise 3 in Pets ➔ Dogs
Sounds like kennel cough, which is a very common illness that dogs can pick up whenever they are around other dogs. It's not usually serious, but can sometimes require antibiotics, so get him to the vet.
2006-12-04 08:55:20 · answer #1 · answered by a heart so big 6 · 1⤊ 1⤋
The most common cause of a puppy coughing is kennel cough. I have had 2 puppies before that had have kennel cought and it's not a very serious thing if you treat it soon. Kennel cough is however VERY contagious to other dogs that do not have vaccinations against the disease but not transferrable to humans.
With some cough meds from the vet your puppy's cough should go away in about 1-2 weeks depending on the severity. One of my puppies had an almost human dry cough, while the other one looked like it was gagging when it coughed and even threw up phlem. Both turned out just fine. Click the link to get more info on kennel cough.
2006-12-04 16:58:31 · answer #2 · answered by Ryan 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Kennel cough
Kennel cough is most commonly associated with a bacterial infection caused by the organism Bordetella bronchiseptica. While it is hard to be certain in veterinary medicine when discussing statistics, it is estimated that 80 to 90% of the cases of kennel cough are due to this organism. The other 10 to 20% of cases are caused by a variety of other infectious agents, most of them viral. Kennel cough has been associated with parainfluenza virus, adenovirus and canine distemper virus as well as the Bordetella bacteria.
The incubation period from the time a dog is exposed until clinical signs appear varies depending on which infectious agent is the cause. In general it appears to be about 3 to 5 days with Bordetella. The infection tends to be mild except for a very harsh cough that often prompts owners to think that their dog "has something caught in his throat". In some dogs it can lead to pneumonia or more serious signs. Cough suppressants can be used to control the cough and antibiotics may be necessary for stubborn infections or to try to stop the spread of the bacteria in multiple dog households. It is probably a good idea to vaccinate dogs who will be exposed to large numbers of other dogs, such as at shows, obedience classes or the classic cause -- when left in kennels. The intranasal vaccine is pretty fast acting, providing some protection in as little as 5 days. The injectable version of the vaccine may provide longer immunity, though. Some vets use both to get maximum protection.
2006-12-04 16:57:04 · answer #3 · answered by ratpackluvr 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Get him checked by a vet. Persistant coughing isn't good. Kennel cough is a common disease that is known mostly by an extreme coughing. It most often occurs in places where there are many dogs together (like kennels, thus the name). Very recommended you see a vet.
More information:
http://www.vetinfo.com/dkcough.html
2006-12-04 16:56:33 · answer #4 · answered by Judgerz 6 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Kennel cough is highly contagious. I believe it is a virus. If your pup hasn't been checked by a vet you need to take him ASAP.
2006-12-04 16:55:34 · answer #5 · answered by bookfreak2day 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋
it could be kennel cough. kennel cough is kind of like bronchitis, you need to make an appointment with your vet if it is left untreated it could turn to pneumonia. it is contagious to other dogs too.
2006-12-04 16:56:54 · answer #6 · answered by wannaknowtoo 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Take your puppy to the veterinarian. Don't look for answers on-line when it comes to the health and well-being of a living creature.
2006-12-04 16:57:31 · answer #7 · answered by G G 1 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Hide the bong
2006-12-04 16:53:52 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 2⤋