Home remedy for dog cough

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• What is dog cough? What does it indicate?
• Causes of Coughing Dog
• How to help a dog with a cough
• Home Remedies for Dog Cough
• general dog care

Did you know that dogs have coughs too? In fact, this is a natural mechanism for relieving or solving airway problems used by many animals. They exist home remedies for dog cough which, as a support to the treatment indicated by the veterinarian, can help relieve the pet's discomfort.

If you would like to know the most effective remedies, we recommend that you keep reading this PeritoAnimal article to discover not only the home remedies, but also the causes and some extra advice for treating a dog with a cough.

What is dog cough? What does it indicate?

Coughing is a reflex of the body that is characterized by the sudden expulsion of air from the airways in order to eliminate secretions, such as mucus or substances that the animal has inhaled.

It is a condition that, in many cases, presents itself as a clinical sign infection in the airways, heart problems or a simple cold. However, it can be caused by many different factors such as allergies and bacteria. The dog may also have choked on some water or a piece of food, among many other possibilities.

Causes of Coughing Dog

Among the various causes of a dog with cough, we find:

• Bronchitis;
• Pharyngitis;
• Lung worms;
• Heart diseases;
• Canine infectious tracheobronchitis;
• Bacteria;
• Allergies;
• The dog was choked.

It is very important that you, as a responsible guardian, recognize what type of dog cough is, whether it is dry or mucus and also whether it is frequent or punctual. If it is a constant dog cough, you should take your pet immediately to the veterinarian so that he can make a correct diagnosis and give the most appropriate treatment according to your dog's needs.

How to help a dog with a cough

Since a cough can have very different origins between them, from something very simple to a more serious cause, the best thing you can do is to know how to help a dog with a cough. To do this, follow these recommendations:

• If the cough is punctual and the animal expels what was bothering him in the respiratory tract, you should offer some water as soon as he calms down and returns to breathing normally.
• If it is a recurrent symptom, you should visit a veterinarian of trust for him to carry out the necessary tests to identify the source of the cough and thus decide the best treatment to follow.
• You must follow the treatments indicated by the veterinarian. However, without failing to follow his advice, you can complement it with home and natural remedies. These home remedies are good for helping your dog's immune system. You can also consult your veterinarian in advance before using these complementary remedies.
• It is very important that, throughout the treatment period, you reduce physical activity from the dog to the minimum necessary. It's not about completely eliminating physical activity but about adjusting to the most basic needs. You don't want the dog to end up suffering from anxiety and feel bad. By decreasing activity levels, it is possible to prevent a dog's cough from recurring, from worsening respiratory problems and from making the animal too tired. Rest is a great help in recovery.
• It is also recommended that if you normally use a collar to walk your dog, change to a harness (chest collar) that leaves the animal's neck free.

Home Remedies for Dog Cough

There are many home remedies for dog cough that are easy to prepare and that relieve furry cough. Some of them are:

• loquat juice: it is a medicine highly recommended by veterinarians. It is one of the best natural remedies due to its high content in Vitamin A which will strengthen the dog's immune system, helping the recovery of the affected mucous membranes. It does not serve any other fruit, you must remember that there are many toxic foods for dogs. Offer the juice to your puppy in a bowl, just as you would water. You should try to have him drink a glass of juice a day, for several days, as he recovers or as many days as the veterinarian indicates. If the dog doesn't drink that way, you can use a syringe (without a needle) and give small portions directly into the mouth, without forcing it to avoid vomiting.
  
  
• green leaf vegetables: These vegetables contain a lot of vitamin C. This vitamin strengthens the dog's immune system. You can also find this vitamin in vitamin supplements indicated for veterinary use. It is very important that you establish with your veterinarian what is the recommended dose for your dog, which varies according to weight and other indicators. Be careful as too much of this vitamin can cause diarrhea.
  
  
• Coconut oil: and another canine cough medicine very effective that also strengthens the immune system. This oil relieves dog coughs, strengthens energy and helps fight heart problems. You should mix two small tablespoons of coconut oil in the dog's water and let the dog drink.
  
  
• Cinnamon: Cinnamon is another food supplement that serves as an antiseptic and is highly recommended to relieve a dog's cough. If your dog likes it, you can add some to his food.
  
  
• mint tea: a few drops of mint tea, with a syringe (without a needle) directly in the dog's mouth, will help to decongest the airways, since this tea has expectorant and decongestant properties.

• Honey: Natural honey, without being processed and without additives, will help soothe a dog's sore throat. You can give a small spoon every three to five hours. However, be careful not to exceed the recommended dosage. The excess can cause digestive problems in the dog. Puppies under 1 year of age should not eat honey because it can damage the immune system that is still developing.

• Fumes and Vapors: the use of vapors is highly recommended to alleviate respiratory problems. You can lock the dog in the bathroom and let it run hot water creating steam. Do not leave the dog unattended to avoid unnecessary accidents. You can also use some medicinal plant indicated as an expectorant and cough suppressant that benefits the respiratory tract, such as eucalyptus or echinacea. Always ensure that the medicinal plant you choose is not toxic to dogs. You should boil some leaves to create steam, and when removing from heat, approach the dog very carefully so as not to burn him.

general dog care

Whether you have a dog with a cough or not, there are some basic precautions that can both prevent problems and help the dog's recovery, for example:

• Offer water that is always clean and fresh;
• Offer a balanced and varied diet that strengthens your pet's immune system;
• Always maintain the hygiene of the spaces you frequent;
• Follow the puppy's vaccination and deworming schedule;
• Visit a trusted veterinarian every 6 to 12 months if no symptoms of illness are apparent.

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This article is for information purposes only, at PeritoAnimal.com.br we are not able to prescribe veterinary treatments or perform any type of diagnosis. We suggest that you take your pet to the veterinarian in case it has any type of condition or discomfort.