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Coughing in Dogs & Cats

Forceful expulsion of air from the lungs. Can indicate respiratory, cardiac, or structural disease.

Common Causes

  • Kennel cough
  • Heart disease
  • Tracheal collapse
  • Pneumonia
  • Asthma (cats)
  • Foreign body

Red Flags

  • Coughing blood
  • Blue/purple gums
  • Labored breathing
  • Collapse after coughing
  • Rapid breathing at rest

When to See a Vet

If coughing persists more than a few days, produces blood, or is accompanied by breathing difficulty.

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🐈 Coughing by Cat Breed

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