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My dog might have laryngeal paralysis. What are the next steps?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Labrador Retriever | Male | neutered | 11 years and 2 months old | 79 lbs

I think Marty might have early Lar Par. Have you ever had anyone try Doxepin?

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Answered By Andrea M. Brodie, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on September 20th, 2018

If you think your dog is suffering from laryngeal paralysis you need to take him to your veterinarian for an exam. There are quite a few diseases that can mimic laryngeal paralysis and before treatment can begin you need a proper diagnosis and also hopefully an underlying cause. This could also be caused by a tumor, abscess or infection. Please do not give your dog any medication without a verified diagnosis made by your veterinarian.

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