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My dog has a fever, cough, and no appetite. What should I do?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed | Male | 1 month and 13 days old

Hi. My dog has a fever and cough. What should i do? Should i give some milk paracetamol water or what? He lose his appetite now. What medicine or home remedies should i give? Thankyou for the answer

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Answered By Laura Johnson VMD

Veterinarian

Published on February 2nd, 2018

Hi, thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! Poor Tisoy! If he has a cough, a fever, isn’t eating then he should see a Vet immediately. He is so young that I worry he may deteriorate quickly. I suspect pneumonia based on your post. If he has pneumonia he needs fluids and antibiotics. You can syringe water and 2-3 times per day put him in a steamy bathroom for 10 mins and do chest courage. But he really needs veterinary care. I hope this helps and I wish Tisoy the best!

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