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My dog is on prednisone. Could it be causing their coughing?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Doberman Pinscher | Male | unneutered | 11 years and 2 months old | 65 lbs

can prednisone given to your dog cause coughing?

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Answered By Jenny, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on March 24th, 2018

Prednisone is commonly given to dogs that coughing to help. It is generally not a side effect of it. Most common side effects are increased appetite, drinking alot, urinating alot, panting and a bloated, distended abdomen

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