Just like people, dogs can cough for many different reasons, ranging from something harmless to a very serious illness. If your dog coughs once in a while and it passes quickly, there is no need to panic. But if your dog coughs frequently or has a severe cough, you should pay attention. These may be the reasons.
1. Foreign bodies in the throat
If there are foreign bodies such as dust, hair, flying insects, etc. in the throat of the puppy, the puppy will cough and cough due to strong discomfort and frequent irritation of the throat by foreign bodies. In this regard, it is recommended to give the puppy enough drinking water first, so that foreign objects in the throat can be washed away when drinking water. If the effect is not good, the owner should take the puppy to the pet hospital for examination in time to see if surgery is needed to remove the foreign body.
2. Inhalation of irritating gases
Puppies are very sensitive to smells. When they inhale irritating gases such as toilet water and air fresheners, or are stimulated by dust or pollen, the puppy will feel uncomfortable and may cough and cough. If this is the case, the owner does not need to worry too much. Generally, the cough symptoms will disappear immediately after the puppy is moved to a ventilated and open place.
3. Respiratory tract infection
If the respiratory tract of a puppy is infected by bacteria, viruses, mycoplasma and other pathogens, it will cause coughing, which will also be accompanied by symptoms such as shortness of breath, elevated body temperature, sputum, serous nasal discharge, and increased eye secretions. If the puppy is found to have the above symptoms, the owner needs to take the puppy to the pet hospital for examination in time and use anti-tussive, asthma and anti-inflammatory drugs for treatment.