Why is my dog coughing like a goose and tired? Is it kennel cough?

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My dog is coughing and it sounds like a goose. He is also very tired. Could it just be Kennel Cough? Pet's info: Dog | Labrador Retriever | Male | unneutered | 3 months and 26 days old | 27 lbs

Destini R. Holloway, DVM · Accepted Answer

Goose honking coughs are typically kennel cough, which is a multifactoral bacterial infection of the upper airway. If he is also lethargic then I would recommend getting him seen by your vet to get him started on antibiotics to help clear up his infection. There are some pets that have mild symptoms that have a self limiting infection (starts clearing up on its own within 3-4 days), but this may not be the case for Finnigan. It’s best to take him in soon for treatment. Best of luck to you and I hope he feels better soon. Take care.

Why is my dog coughing like a goose and tired? Is it kennel cough?

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