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11 year old cocker coughing more frequently

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    • January 9, 2017 #981176
      Wlfranklin
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      We’ve noticed are almost 11 year old cocker spaniel coughing almost like she’s trying to get a hairball out, just yesterday I noticed her eating some of her own feces in the yard. I wonder if the two are related or if there is something else going on causing her to cough /hack.

    • January 29, 2017 #1010599
      Ellen
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      Could be a sign of heart problems. You should have your vet take blood for testing. Maybe an xray too.

      • January 30, 2017 #1011406
        Anonymous
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        A exam is in order. Older dogs heart valves deteriorate ( among other things like cardiomyopathy) and can cause fluid build up in the lungs which in turn causes a cough. This can often be treated successfully with medication. Another possibility are the usual…IE Kennel cough, or Collapsing Trachea ( more of a honking cough).
        I worked for a Veterinary Cardiologist and have seen many dogs with heart disease do well with meds. If your vet thinks it could be heart related, please
        see a board certified Veterinary Cardiologist. If this is too costly, ask about a payment plan.

    • January 31, 2017 #1013963
      Anonymous
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      No need to worry. I read article on healthozo.com where you can get all the answers. Its dog health based site where all the suggestion are mention, i suggest you to read all the article there and get all the answers.

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