My dog has kennel cough, still coughing after human cough syrup?

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  Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

  Veterinarian

  Published on May 1st, 2017

  Typically kennel cough is a self limiting infection, but vets will not give vaccines unless a dog is totally healthy. Bea's vaccines may need to be delayed a few weeks to allow her to heal from the kennel cough if she has it. I would have her seen by a vet sooner than week, however. There is no cure for kennel cough, but her symptoms can be managed medically and these medications can help give her some relief while she is recovering. There are some things you can do at home for her as well. Any dog with kennel cough should be isolated for at least two weeks, possibly longer depending on the severity of the infection. Keep her in a well-humidified area, and use a harness instead of a collar to minimize coughing. I would rest her for at least seven days to minimize irritation of the airways caused by excessive coughing. You can also bring Bea into the bathroom with you while you have a shower, as the steam may help with the respiratory irritation, or you can put her in a room with a humidifier. I would see if the vet can see you sooner than next week to discuss medication use for her symptoms. Good luck, I hope this helps!

  

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