kennel cough????????????/?
16.February, 2010
my 9 month old puppy started hacking yesterday and is still doing it. At first i thought he ate something but since its continued i think it is a cough are there any home remedies to help im a broke college kid so going to the vet is not a opption at the moment . is kennel cough serious?
he doesnt have any other symptoms he is still eating and playing like normal
There are two treatment options depending on the severity of the disease. In the most common mild (uncomplicated) form of the disease, antibiotics may or may not be used. Treating the mild case does not shorten the length in which the animal will be a potential spreader of the disease. In addition, bronchodilators like aminophylline or cough suppressants may also be used in treatment of mild cases.
In more severe (complicated) cases where the animal is not eating, running a fever, or showing signs of pneumonia, antibiotics are often used. The most common ones are doxycycline or trimethoprim-sulfa. However, many other choices are also available. Steroids or cough suppressants are not usually recommended because of the risk of immunosuppression with steroids and the need to continue to clear extra fluid or mucous in pneumonia patients. Bronchodilators and even aerosol therapy can be used. In moderate or severe cases, veterinary care should be instituted, as the resultant pneumonia could become life threatening if not treated properly and promptly.
Because pressure on the throat and trachea can make coughing worse, it is recommended that dogs with a cough should wear a head collar or harness instead of a regular neck collar.
16.February, 2010 um 6:58 pm
There are two treatment options depending on the severity of the disease. In the most common mild (uncomplicated) form of the disease, antibiotics may or may not be used. Treating the mild case does not shorten the length in which the animal will be a potential spreader of the disease. In addition, bronchodilators like aminophylline or cough suppressants may also be used in treatment of mild cases.
In more severe (complicated) cases where the animal is not eating, running a fever, or showing signs of pneumonia, antibiotics are often used. The most common ones are doxycycline or trimethoprim-sulfa. However, many other choices are also available. Steroids or cough suppressants are not usually recommended because of the risk of immunosuppression with steroids and the need to continue to clear extra fluid or mucous in pneumonia patients. Bronchodilators and even aerosol therapy can be used. In moderate or severe cases, veterinary care should be instituted, as the resultant pneumonia could become life threatening if not treated properly and promptly.
Because pressure on the throat and trachea can make coughing worse, it is recommended that dogs with a cough should wear a head collar or harness instead of a regular neck collar.
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16.February, 2010 um 7:27 pm
nope its not serious
my dog had it when i got her
its sort of like the flu in dogs.
the only thing that can help is resting the dog and medication
but to be honest, if you can’t really afford health care for your puppy (and puppys need a lot) its not fair as you won’t be able to raise a healthy happy dog.
hope he gets well soon
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16.February, 2010 um 8:05 pm
kennel cough can kill and its highly contagious.. your dog must see the vet and you have to ring them in advance, tell them you suspect kennel cough and do not take the dog in to the waiting room as its THAT contagious.
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16.February, 2010 um 8:25 pm
my sisters dog gave it too all my dogs at are house we did this
1tsp honey 3 times a day they said it helps the coughing and lets them sleep better
also herb tea not water to drink they all got better most took a week my older dog took 2 weeks
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16.February, 2010 um 8:37 pm
Yeah it could be serious. Part of being a responsible pet owner is providing them medical care when needed. Most veterinarians will offer you a payment plan or some relief if you explain that you are a college student and have very limited funds. Or they may be able to refer you to a free or subsidized veterinary clinic. There are not any reliable home remedies for something like this. Also you do not mention what other symptoms the puppy has besides a cough, such as loss of appetite, lethargy, etc. You might be able to wait another day and see if he gets better if the cough is the only symptom. I wish you and your puppy the best.
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