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Pulmonary Emphysema in Dogs and Cats: Symptoms, Treatment, and Prevention
Pulmonary emphysema is over-inflation of the lungs from too much air in the tissue, causing labored, wheezy breathing. It may be primary (exertion) or secondary to chronic airway disease, and is managed by treating the underlying condition and supporting breathing.
Tonsillitis in Dogs and Cats: Symptoms, Treatment, and Prevention
Tonsillitis is acute or chronic inflammation of the tonsils, causing swallowing pain, drooling, and a soft cough. More common in dogs than cats, it is treated by controlling infection and, for recurring cases, surgical removal.
Laryngitis in Dogs and Cats: Symptoms, Treatment, and Prevention
Laryngitis is inflammation of the larynx causing a harsh cough, throat pain, and difficulty swallowing. It may follow infection, irritation, or inhaled objects, and is treated by removing the cause and easing coughing and inflammation.
Rhinitis in Dogs and Cats: Symptoms, Treatment, and Prevention
Rhinitis is inflammation of the nasal mucosa, producing congestion, swelling, nasal discharge, and sneezing. It may be acute or chronic and is managed by clearing the nasal passages and treating the underlying cause, often with antibiotics when bacterial.
Pasteurellosis in Dogs and Cats: Symptoms, Treatment, and Prevention
Pasteurellosis is an acute, feverish infectious disease caused by Pasteurella multocida. The acute form is marked by septicemia and hemorrhagic inflammation (historically called 'hemorrhagic septicemia'); the chronic form shows subcutaneous, joint, and organ abscesses, often mixed with or secondary to other diseases. Chickens are most commonly affected, but cats and dogs can also be infected.
Feline Calicivirus Infection: Symptoms and Treatment
Feline calicivirus is a common viral cause of upper-respiratory and oral disease in cats, marked by fever, mouth ulcers, and runny nose. It spreads easily and causes high illness rates, but deaths are uncommon except in very young kittens.
My dog just arrived a few days ago and keeps dry-coughing, but still has an appetite and no other symptoms. What could it be?
A dry cough in dogs can come from several causes — a foreign object, internal parasite infection, respiratory infection, or an allergic reaction. Check the mouth for anything stuck; if the cough persists without a clear cause, see a vet for a targeted diagnosis.
Why is my newly arrived dog coughing dryly, but still eating normally?
A dog's dry cough can stem from several causes, including foreign-object irritation, internal parasite infection, respiratory tract infection, or allergies. Gently open your dog's mouth to check for any foreign object, and remove it if found. If the cause is unclear and the dry cough persists, take your dog to a veterinary clinic for diagnosis and targeted treatment.
Feline Infectious Respiratory Diseases: Causes, Treatment, and Prevention
Lethargy, loss of appetite, sneezing, and persistent runny nose in cats often signal an upper respiratory infection, a highly contagious disease that is especially dangerous for kittens.
How to Avoid Buying a Sick ‘Week Cat’ (Kitten That Dies Within Days)
Today: 'week cats' - kittens that die days after coming home. What is behind it, and how to avoid buying one?