What should I do about a cough in elderly dogs?

Answer by  worker5537 (37)

There are many reasons a dog could be coughing, kennel cough, internal parasites, heart disease, allergies, infections, etc. Treatment for the cough depends on the cause. Diagnostic techniques such as blood work, x-rays and general exam can be performed. In many cases a humudifier can take away discomfort, other cases need mediciation. Be sure to visit the vet for care.

Answer by  aussiegirl (711)

Get them vet checked. They may be cause by a heart murmur. If they are just a cough, Benadryl may be prescribed.

Answer by  kilua (86)

bring your dog to the nearest hospital, before you give it calcium pill, I think the reason is because your dog is missing calcium. if the drug is calcium not work, please bring your dog to the doctor immediately. you can also warm enough for it with light or blankets. Ithink so

Answer by  Alisa (903)

You can add a humidifier or vaporizer to the dogs enviroment. It many be an infection causing the cough, then you would want to make a vet visit for meds.