Why does my dog get a dry, gagging cough when excited or at night?
Updated On September 23rd, 2025
Pet's info: Dog | Staffordshire Bull Terrier | Male | unneutered | 11 years and 5 months old
My dog Clyde has developed a dry gagging cough that occurs in the morning and in the middle of the night but mainly occurs when he gets excited or worked up or during a walk
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Published on March 7th, 2019
Cough can be caused by an infection, heart problem or lung condition, it is important to first know the cause before treating it as treatment is different from condition to another. The most common disease causing cough is a viral/bacterial infection called Kennel cough, this disease usually resolves without treatment within a couple weeks but if the cough is too severe it is recommended to go to the vet in order to get cough medicine and antibiotics.
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Published on January 10th, 2020
A cough can have many causes. Ideally. He should be seen by your veterinarian. Infection, heart disease, parasites or allergies are just a few causes. If it worsens, becomes productive or if he develops lethargy, exercise intolerance or difficulty breathing, he should definitely be physically examined by your veterinarian.
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Published on April 29th, 2017
Cough can be caused by an infection, heart problem or lung condition, it is important to first know the cause before treating it as treatment is different from condition to another. The most common disease causing cough is a viral infection called Kennel cough, this disease usually resolves without treatment within a couple weeks but if the cough is too severe it is recommended to go to the vet in order to get cough medicine and antibiotics.
1Pet Parents found this answer helpful
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Published on March 9th, 2018
Cough can be caused by an infection, heart problem or lung condition, it is important to first know the cause before treating it as treatment is different from condition to another. The most common disease causing cough is a viral infection called Kennel cough, this disease usually resolves without treatment within a couple weeks but if the cough is too severe it is recommended to go to the vet in order to get cough medicine and antibiotics.
1Pet Parents found this answer helpful
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