My dog is sick after boarding: coughing, shivering, and tired.

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I just got my dog from boarding school and he developed a cough there. He went from a cough to hacking, and now he can't walk more than a few feet without stopping, he's shivering, and he's very tired and slow. Still drinks water and eats but only small amounts. Pet's info: Dog | American Pit Bull Terrier | Male | neutered | 6 years and 4 months old | 75 lbs

Andrea M. Brodie, DVM · Accepted Answer

It sounds like your dog picked up a severe upper respiratory tract infection. This could be kennel cough, but also canine influenza or pneumonia. Please take him to your veterinarian for an exam. Since he is shivering, and lethargic, this could be a life-threatening condition.

My dog is sick after boarding: coughing, shivering, and tired.

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