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My healthy older dog coughs after drinking water. What can I do?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

My 13yo 7lb Poodle coughs after drinking water. Vet exam with x-rays indicates a perfictly heathy dog. Do you have any suggestions?

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Answered By Lindsey Edwards MVB, BSc, IVCA

Veterinarian

Published on August 6th, 2018

Older dogs can get some functional weakness around the throat, causing water to leak during swallowing even though everything looks healthy. Acupuncture and chiropractic care can help and i recommend raising her water bowl to elbow height

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