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My dog is coughing a lot. Could it be heartworms or something else?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Medium (23 - 60lb) | Male | neutered | 21 lbs

My dog is coughing a lot,does that mean he has heart worms

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Answered By Jeffrey Milner

Veterinarian

Published on September 20th, 2017

Hi I do not know the age of your dog because this plays a factor is the causes for coughing. Coughing can be as simple as Kennel cough, if he has been around other dogs or to a vet, groomer or dog park recently. It can also be caused a collapsing trachea, which is common in small dogs, and can vary on how serious it gets. Or it could be heart disease or cancer. I see from your location that heart worm is quite possible as well. I would take him to the vet for a heart worm test which is a quick blood test. He would be coughing if he had adult worms in him. Only your vet can determine the cause of the coughing and I would take him as soon as possible to go over treatment options for him. Good luck!

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