My 5-month-old puppy is coughing, weak, and won't eat. What's wrong?

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my pet is 5 months old. He used to bite and eat stuffs. It seems something is stucked in his throat. He coughs but just vomits once. But he lost his appetite and feels weak. I had performed the first aid in choking but he just coughed like he is choking and nothing comes out. Pet's info: Dog | Shih Tzu | Male | 2 lbs

Dr. Strydom, DVM · Accepted Answer

Hello, at 5 months of age the most common reason for coughing/choking is kennel cough. I suggest you get him to a vet for an exam and medications. This can progress to a pneumonia quickly and in a small 2# dog this can be extremely serious. I am very worried about this as you stated he was weak and lost his appetite. I don't suggest that you continue to perform any "first aid" for choking on a dog this small as you can easily injury him. I assure you that it is very unlikely he has something stuck in his throat. Hope this helps. Best wishes.

My 5-month-old puppy is coughing, weak, and won't eat. What's wrong?

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