My new puppy is coughing and gagging. Is he sick or have kennel cough?

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I recently go a puppy from the pound last week. He’s a Carolina dog. He’s aroun 8 to 12 weeks they say has had his first round of shots. Yesterday he began making a noise that at first sounded like he was trying to vomit. I gave him water. Now he’s doing it more often. It would like a cough, gagging and clearing of the throat. What exactly could be happening to my baby? Pet's info: Dog | Carolina Dog | Male | neutered | 11 lbs

Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS · Accepted Answer

Congrats on your new puppy, but I'm sorry Author is sick! It could be he is suffering from kennel cough, which is a highly contagious respiratory disease that dogs can easily pick up in a pound. I would take him into a vet for an exam. The vet can confirm if he does have kennel cough, and can prescribe medications to help with his symptoms. Any dog with kennel cough should be isolated for at least two weeks, possibly longer depending on the severity of the infection. Keep him in a well-humidified area, and use a harness instead of a collar to minimize coughing. Rest him for at least seven days to minimize irritation of the airways caused by excessive coughing. Give any medications as prescribed by your veterinarian. You can bring Author into the bathroom with you while you have a shower, as the steam may help with the respiratory irritation. I would have him seen by a vet today if possible. Good luck, I hope this helps!

My new puppy is coughing and gagging. Is he sick or have kennel cough?

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