Why is my dog coughing and spitting phlegm? Is it kennel cough?

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My dog is starting to cough but then it stops for couple of hours then comes back and starts spitting out like phlegm, what can i do to help him get better? Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Small (up to 22lb) | Male | neutered | 1 year and 7 months old | 15 lbs

Destini R. Holloway, DVM · Accepted Answer

Poor guy. It sounds like Dorado has likely contracted a bit of an upper respiratory bug (kennel cough). This is treated with antibiotics through your vet. Schedule an appt soon to have him evaluated and likely put on a short course of antibiotics to clear things up. To help protect him in the future, its best to have his Bordetella (Kennel cough) vaccine given once every 6 months instead of yearly. I hope that Dorado feels better soon! Best wishes and take care.

Why is my dog coughing and spitting phlegm? Is it kennel cough?

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