Why is my dog coughing so much?

Coughing could be a sign of an airway infection, bronchitis (inflammation of a dog’s airways) or pneumonia. In rare cases, it could be a sign of cancer. Your vet is best placed to make a diagnosis and discuss treatment with you depending on your dog’s individual circumstances.

Why does my Shih Tzu have a cough?

You don’t want this to develop into anything else. OK, For starters, for any Senior Dog IMO, you DO need to rule out Heart Problems….The xray will not only show the heart, but also the lungs…This is important….

Do you know the signs of aging a Shih Tzu?

One mistake that Shih Tzus owners make is failing to see the signs of agining in their dogs. By understanding a dog’s aging process and signs to look out for, you will be able to discover health issues earlier so you can seek treatment for your pet, giving him or her the longest, healthiest life possible.

What to do if your Shih Tzu has breathing problems?

As time goes on, if the problem persists (or worsens), then the dog’s body can begin to fail. However, the surgery available for this condition is nearly always successful. Surgeons will navigate into the nostrils and widen the passageways to allow for a larger volume of airflow.

What kind of allergies does a Shih Tzu have?

Often the allergies are food-based, and the problem is solved by playing a game of elimination with your dog’s diet. But your dog can also be allergic to certain products like shampoo or flea powders. While less common, some Shih Tzu’s are allergic to airborne allergens like pollen or dust.

Why does my Shih Tzu cough like a goose?

A recurrent, episodic cough that sounds like a goose honk can be a sign of a collapsing trachea – especially if your dog is a small breed. Tracheal collapse is a chronic, progressive disease that can be either congenital or acquired.

Can a Maltese dog have a dry cough?

Many times, very light pressure placed on the trachea during the physical examination can raise a suspicion of collapsed trachea in a Maltese with a persistent dry cough. While the information gained from the physical examination is helpful, other tests are needed to confirm this condition.

Why does my Maltese have a collapsing trachea?

Collapsing Trachea & Reverse sneezing in the Maltese dog A day does not go by when someone doesn’t ask about why their Maltese makes these sounds like they can’t breathe. In most cases this is usually caused by what I call reverse sneezing. I’ve seen it happen primarily when excited.