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My new dog is coughing and gagging. Is it kennel cough or serious?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | American Pit Bull Terrier | Female | spayed | 37 lbs

I adopted a 1 year old pitbull, 3 days ago. I noticed that she has been sneezing a lot and today just started coughing a lot to the point it makes her gag. She still has plenty of energy and eats just fine. Someone told me to give her raw honey to soothe her coughing? Is this something I should worry about or maybe just something slight that will go away on its own? When I adopted her from the shelter, she came up to date on all shots.

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Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

Veterinarian

Published on June 15th, 2019

Poor Gabbana! It could be she has kennel cough or she could have a respiratory infection. I wouldn't give her the raw honey, but if you do, it has to be a very very small amount. Too much isn't good for dogs. I think she needs to see a vet. I would take her into one on Monday. Best of luck.

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