My dog has a cough, runny nose, acting strangely. Is it dog flu?

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My dog has a runny nose and cough his appetite has decreased and he's very distant I used to be able to cuddle up with him but he growls at me which isn't normal I'm not sure what to do I'm scared he might have the dog flu I can't afford to pay for the vaccine what can I do? Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed | Male | unneutered | 30 lbs

David Elbeze, DVM, MRCVS · Accepted Answer

Cough and runny nose can be caused by an infection, heart problem or lung condition, it is important to first know the cause before treating it as treatment is different from condition to another. The most common disease causing cough is a viral/bacterial infection called Kennel cough, this disease usually resolves without treatment within a couple weeks but if the cough is too severe it is recommended to go to the vet in order to get cough medicine and antibiotics.

My dog has a cough, runny nose, acting strangely. Is it dog flu?

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