Dog coughing thick saliva after hot walk, is it heatstroke?

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I took my dog for a walk while it was hot and tried to stop in the shade often and give him water. Even so, he began to cough up large amounts of thick saliva/ We brought him home, gave him water, sat him in front of a fan, and poured water over him to get him to cool down, but he hasn't stopped gagging for 2 hours. He'll seem fine and then ever 3-5 minutes will cough up another puddle of saliva. He still has an appetite as he is still begging for our food as usual, but I am still concerned. Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Small (up to 22lb) | Male | neutered

Emily, DVM · Accepted Answer

These signs are very concerning for a heat injury. I recommend Joey go to the nearest open veterinary clinic as soon as possible as heat injury can lead to organ failure, bleeding and shock if not treated promptly.

Dog coughing thick saliva after hot walk, is it heatstroke?

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