Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. A little coughing after drinking water isn't something to worry about if it only happens once in a while. Excited dogs will ...

A dog who is hacking away, or constantly making noises that make it sound like he’s choking on something, might have a case of kennel cough, or canine infectious tracheobronchitis. Although kennel ...

Pet owners should be aware of the signs of a respiratory infection in dogs that may cause a 'hacking cough'. The highly contagious illness is not typically serious, but it can lead to pneumonia in ...

A mystery dog illness that spread across the U.S. last year and can lead to serious or fatal respiratory problems is still under investigation, but cases are starting to slow, experts say. The illness ...

When the dogs start coughing, it is natural to worry and want to help immediately. Pet parents are tempted to reach for human cough syrup thinking it will bring quick relief. However, veterinarians ...

Kennel cough, also called canine infectious respiratory disease (CIRD), spreads easily among dogs in kennels, dog parks, or social environments. Early detection ensures effective treatment and ...

Editor’s note: Dr. Lee Pickett has retired, but Creators continues to distribute columns from her archive. This one is from 2021. Q: Our Yorkshire terrier Bentley has a dry, honking cough. His ...