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Canine Infectious Tracheobronchitis (Kennel Cough): Symptoms and Treatment
Canine infectious tracheobronchitis - commonly called kennel cough - is a contagious respiratory inflammation that causes a sudden, harsh cough, sometimes with sputum, and often watery eye discharge. Most dogs recover in 3 to 7 days, though some develop secondary infections.
My dog has yellow pasty nasal discharge and kennel cough, diagnosed with upper respiratory infection and bronchitis — what medication should I give?
Upper respiratory infections in dogs are treated with medication and nebulization. Pet-specific broad-spectrum antibiotics and cough or phlegm-reducing medicines address the coughing and discharge, while nebulization helps in severe cases. Give medication only under veterinary guidance and adjust the plan as symptoms change.
Brachycephalic (Short-Nosed) Syndrome in Dogs: Diagnosis and Treatment
Short-nosed breeds can have several upper-airway abnormalities at once — stenotic nostrils, elongated soft palate, and more — that narrow the airway. Mild cases are managed; severe ones need surgery. Here is how it's diagnosed and treated.
What Is Canine Distemper and What Are Its Symptoms?
Canine distemper is a highly contagious viral disease with an 80%+ death rate, especially in puppies. It starts like a cold with a double-peaked fever, then brings respiratory, gut, and finally neurological signs — vaccination is the only real defense.
Is a Dog Cold the Same as Distemper?
A dog cold and canine distemper are not the same, even though they look alike — distemper is a highly contagious, often fatal viral disease, while a cold is a mild chill that clears easily. Tell them apart by the pattern (distemper brings a recurring fever and worsening discharge), and with any cold-like signs get a distemper and parvo test, since puppies are especially vulnerable. Prevention rests on vaccination, a draft-free bed, and avoiding stray dogs.
Why Is Your Dog Coughing?
Dog cough often comes from tracheitis, kennel cough, a cold, or a stuck foreign object. Tracheitis responds to nebulized amikacin; a stuck object needs the vet to remove it. Keep the dog warm and dose human cough meds carefully.
When to Vaccinate and Deworm Your Dog
Core vaccines (the 6-in-1) cover distemper, parvo, hepatitis, parainfluenza, bronchitis, and rabies, given from 7-8 weeks in three shots. Deworm puppies every 3 months (monthly for external parasites); annual booster shots keep threats away.
Why Is My Dog Coughing
The reasons a dog coughs include the following conditions.
Why Is My Cat Sneezing
Pets and people sneeze for two usual reasons: inflamed nasal lining or a foreign object in the nostril. If exposed to irritants or a respiratory infection, the lining inflames.
Three Common Dog Illnesses in Autumn and Winter
Cooler months bring three common threats: colds, bronchitis and gastroenteritis. Know the signs, keep your dog warm and dry, and consult a vet if symptoms linger or worsen.