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How much Mucinex do I give my Chihuahua who I believe has kennel cough?
Due to Mucinex having to many formulations that includes toxic NSAIDS such as Ibuprofens or Tylenols for fever reducing in humans, which is toxic to dogs - I cannot recommend you give Mucinex over the counter to your dog. Please go to your local veterinarian or you can Throat Gold for dogs sold on petmeds buyhttps://www.1800petmeds.com/pet+wellbeing+throat+gold+for+dogs-prod12841.html Also you may want to see your vet if the cough bad and can develop to pneumonia. But if your dog is young and strong they may get over it within 1-2 months.
What’s the best medicine to help her feel better
Throwing up and coughing involve two totally different body systems and both can have multiple potential underlying causes that are treated very differeently, so you really need to go ahead and see your local veterinarian for a diagnosis if it continues or worsens.
I believe my dog has kennel cough - what is the best medicine to buy for him?
With kennel cough, if they are eating and have relatively normal energy levels, we don't treat them with anything - just let their body heal on its own. If the coughing goes on for a long time and becomes non-productive (dry, not coughing anything up), here is a link to our article about treating kennel cough with many treatment options, both over-the-counter and prescription: https://www.1800petmeds.com/education/kennel-cough-treatment-dog-cat-44.html
He's got long stringy mucas from his mouth and he's barley eating ..he sounds funny when he purrs and his meow is weak he's just laying around
You have just described an extremely sick cat - those clinical signs are not specific to any one problem so see your veterinarian if it continues or worsens.
If my dog has had the bordatella vaccine the last 4 years and then gets direct contact with kennel cough but is the only one that doesn't come down with it could he be a carrier of the virus and if so how do I know?
It's exactly like people and colds: yes he could be a carrier and there is no way to measure this in dogs.
I have 2 American Akitas.. 1 is 150lbs and the other 120lbs. They were exposed to kennel; cough last week now both of them are coughing and hacking up flem. Neither have any energy or appetite. Is there anything you could prescribe?
Legally, in veterinary medicine, a prescription must come from a veterinarian that has met them face-to-face, BUT With kennel cough, if they are eating and have relatively normal energy levels, we don't treat them with anything - just let their body heal on its own. If the coughing goes on for a long time and becomes non-productive (dry, not coughing anything up), here is a link to our article about treating kennel cough with many treatment options, both over-the-counter and prescription: https://www.1800petmeds.com/education/kennel-cough-treatment-dog-cat-44.html
Because my dog needs a muzzle to visit the vet, wondering if you could ok some medication for her. 75 lb lab mix.
Legally, in veterinary medicine, a veterinarian that has met her face-to-face must approve any prescription medication. Sorry! But with kennel cough, if they are eating and have relatively normal energy levels, we don't treat them with anything - just let their body heal on its own. If the coughing goes on for a long time and becomes non-productive (dry, not coughing anything up), here is a link to our article about treating kennel cough with many treatment options, both over-the-counter and prescription: https://www.1800petmeds.com/education/kennel-cough-treatment-dog-cat-44.html
We just rescued a two year old Shepsky from the county shelter. He is adjusting to our family well, but I believe he has kennel cough and ear mites . He is sneezing a lot and now has a dry cough. He is scratching around his ears and head too. He still has good energy and calmed down enough to start eating and eliminating yesterday. What can I do for the infections from the crowded shelter? We have a vet appointment scheduled, but it is 10 days away.
With kennel cough, if they are eating and have relatively normal energy levels, we don't treat them with anything - just let their body heal on its own. If the coughing goes on for a long time and becomes non-productive (dry, not coughing anything up), here is a link to our article about treating kennel cough with many treatment options, both over-the-counter and prescription: https://www.1800petmeds.com/education/kennel-cough-treatment-dog-cat-44.html For ear problems, don't assume mites until you have your veterinarian check him out - ear infections are a good bit more common in 2 year old dogs and ear mite medication wouldn't help and would probably hurt.
My groomer refuses to allow my 4 lb. toy poodle puppy (5 months old) into her grooming shop unless she has had Kennel cough protection.. I have read that neither injections nor internasal are a good idea.. Is there an Internasal that I can safely use on this puppy so I can get her groomed?
Yes, your veterinarian will either carry or be able to order the intranasal and the newer oral one that are both safe for most dogs. She could even have the injection, but I would be leaning away from it because of her small size - it stings really badly.
What can I give my shitsu dog for his kennel cough, not near a town to purchase medication
With kennel cough, if they are eating and have relatively normal energy levels, we don't treat them with anything - just let their body heal on its own. If the coughing goes on for a long time and becomes non-productive (dry, not coughing anything up), here is a link to our article about treating kennel cough with many treatment options, both over-the-counter and prescription: https://www.1800petmeds.com/education/kennel-cough-treatment-dog-cat-44.html
Hi, my dog is a 13 year old mastiff mix. She for the past 7 days has been panting and appearing short of breath. She has hacked up some mucous and sometimes gags without any mucous being brought up. I turned on a humidifier for her and gave her a teaspoon of honey but she may need antibiotics. Not sure. Kennel cough?
At 13, heart problems are more common so see your veterinarian for a definitive diagnosis so you will know how to best treat her.
What medicine can I give him for this ? Kennel cough
With kennel cough, if they are eating and have relatively normal energy levels, we don't treat them with anything - just let their body heal on its own. If the coughing goes on for a long time and becomes non-productive (dry, not coughing anything up), here is a link to our article about treating kennel cough with many treatment options, both over-the-counter and prescription: https://www.1800petmeds.com/education/kennel-cough-treatment-dog-cat-44.html
Hi does your site prescribe kennel cough medicstion for dogs?
With kennel cough, if they are eating and have relatively normal energy levels, we don't treat them with anything - just let their body heal on its own. If the coughing goes on for a long time and becomes non-productive (dry, not coughing anything up), here is a link to our article about treating kennel cough with many treatment options, both over-the-counter and prescription: https://www.1800petmeds.com/education/kennel-cough-treatment-dog-cat-44.html Prescription mediction would have to be approved by a veterinarian that has met your dog face-to-face.
I was wondering if my dog had kennel cough I was around another dog with kennel cough did not know I was petting the dog the dog was laying all over me and I went home and played with my dog and now my dog is sneezing and make a honking coughing noise does my dog have kennel cough
It is possible, but not very probable - it doesn't live outside of dogs for very long so it would be odd for you to be a "fomite". With kennel cough, if they are eating and have relatively normal energy levels, we don't treat them with anything - just let their body heal on its own. If the coughing goes on for a long time and becomes non-productive (dry, not coughing anything up), here is a link to our article about treating kennel cough with many treatment options, both over-the-counter and prescription: https://www.1800petmeds.com/education/kennel-cough-treatment-dog-cat-44.html
I need help getting something to treat our 13 yo male Border Collie – Husky, he has the "goose honk" cough, going on 4 weeks. Money is very, very tight, help is most appreciated!
Dogs will cough for MANY reasons (heartworms, sensitive trachea, kennel cough and other infectious reasons, bronchitis, heart failure, cancer, etc etc). Since most of these are treated differently, it really is ideal to get a diagnosis from your local veterinarian. Let them know you have financial constraints and most will try to stay within your budget.
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