My senior dog suddenly started coughing at night. What should I do?

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Ginger has been sorta coughing or what I think is trying to cough up maybe hair or congested,she eats fine and is in good spirts,episodes last about a minute or two,this has just started two days ago,mainly at night,please help.shes up in age and I'm worried for her well being.money is tight at the moment...thank you ! Adam and Lydia... Pet's info: Dog | Pomeranian | Female | spayed | 16 years and 6 months old | 12 lbs

Laura Johnson VMD · Accepted Answer

Hi, thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! Poor Ginger! Unfortunately due to Ginger's age I really worry about the sudden onset of a cough. If she was young I'd say ride it out and give her time but not at 16 years old. I worry about heart failure and cancer the most. As a Pomeranian she could have collapsing trachea that is a bit aggravated due to allergies or an infection. If she was groomed lately or around other dogs then it could be kennel cough, which tends to run it's course in 2 weeks. The best thing for Ginger is to be looked at by your Vet. I wish Ginger the best!

My senior dog suddenly started coughing at night. What should I do?

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