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My 14-year-old Chihuahua is coughing; how can I catch her for the vet?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Chihuahua | Female | spayed | 7 lbs

My 14 yr old Chihuahua has a cough, but I can't catch her. What can I do ?

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Answered By Jessica Desrosiers

Veterinary Technician

Published on July 2nd, 2017

If Snickers has a favorite treat you can try to lure her close enough to you to be able to pick her up. If she is small, you can also try to gently toss a blanket or towel over her to catch her. Most dogs will stand still and stop moving if there is a blanket over their head, in which case you can then pick her up safely to bring her to the vet.

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