Updated On September 23rd, 2025
Pet's info: Dog | American Pit Bull Terrier | Female | spayed | 2 years and 10 months old | 45 lbs
HELLO my little girl just started coughing today she is about 2 blue pitbull I'm trying to see if she has anything in her throat she still eating and drinking water playing the other dogs not constant cough what should I do or what can I give her to make her better very Concerned
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Published on April 12th, 2017
Oh no, poor Little Girl! She could be coughing from a respiratory infection, but unfortunately there aren't any medications you can give her OTC. I would have her seen by a vet tomorrow. The vet can diagnose if she is suffering from a respiratory infection and can prescribe medication to treat it. Tonight, if she's congested, you can try using a humidifier or bringing her into the bathroom with the door closed while you take a hot shower - the steam and humidity help to break up congestion and temporarily relieve symptoms associated with respiratory infections.
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Cough is a sign that could be compatible with an upper respiratory tract infection (very commonly to kennel cough) or potentially with inflammation of other source. If the cough persists or if you notice more signs like inappetence, lethargy or discharge from nose, a check up would be needed as antibiotics may be required. Please do not hesitate to contact us again on the forum or by requesting a consultation (where you can post pictures ) if you have any more questions or to discuss it any further.
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