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My active dog is coughing and gagging. Should I take him to the vet?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Border Collie | Male | unneutered | 4 years and 7 months old

I have a male 4 year old border collie, very active, but he is clearing his throat gagging & coughing, no other symptoms no appetite loss should I take him to vets?

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Answered By Vanessa Yeager DVM MPH

Veterinarian

Published on August 31st, 2017

Hello and thank you for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach. Yes I would recommend you take Toby into your vet for an exam to make sure he doesn't have a upper respiratory infection and rule out other health issues that could be causing his symptoms. Always a good idea to check in with your vet! Best of luck to you and Toby!

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