Is my puppy's coughing and frequent hiccups normal or serious?

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My Australian Shepherd puppy has been coughing a little and gets the hiccups a lot. Should I be worried or am I just being a paranoid new puppy mom? Pet's info: Dog | Australian Shepherd | Male | unneutered | 2 months and 12 days old | 10.5 lbs

Jenny, DVM · Accepted Answer

Hiccups are normal in puppies and usually occur when they get tired. They will outgrow this! A cough can be nothing. It minor irritation from the new allegens and environment or from a mild case of kennel cough. If it progresses or seems to interfere with daily life then I would get it checked. If. It make sure you mention it when her vaccines are due

Is my puppy's coughing and frequent hiccups normal or serious?

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