Why is my dog raspy coughing, licking lips, and waking at night?

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My Rolley he is Maltese and has a raspy cough like something is in his throat and is licking his lips a lot. He seems more affected after barking or running and sometimes wakes up during the night rasping.What could be causing this problem.

Lauren Jones VMD · Accepted Answer

Rolley's cough could be due to heart disease, infectious diseases (heartworm disease, pneumonia, etc.), chronic bronchitis, collapsing trachea, among other conditions. A cough that is significant enough to wake him up and affect his quality of life must be assessed by a vet. Rolley should have a physical exam, chest x-rays, and heartworm test as a starting point to determine the cause of his cough so that it can be treated appropriately.

Why is my dog raspy coughing, licking lips, and waking at night?

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