My chihuahua has kennel cough and congestion. What should I do next?

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My 7lb chihuahua has a bad cough (kennel cough)what can i give him that will take his congestion away. I have been giving him Robinson for cough, but it's gotten worse. Please help. Pet's info: Dog | Chihuahua | Male | neutered | 10 years and 7 months old | 7 lbs

Dr. Dayna, DVM, CVA · Accepted Answer

Hi there. I'm sorry Max isn't feeling well. Dogs can cough for many reasons. Of course, kennel cough is a common reason, but in an older small breed dog such as Max I also worry about heart disease. I would really encourage you to take him to a veterinarian. If they agree that it is kennel cough they can write you a prescription for something more potent than robitussin. Sometimes kennel cough can lead to a secondary infection such as bronchitis or pneumonia. If this is the case they will also likely want him on antibiotics. Good luck to Max! Thank you for using Pet Coach.

My chihuahua has kennel cough and congestion. What should I do next?

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