Updated On September 23rd, 2025
Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Large (61lb +) | Female | 35 lbs
We thought our dog was choking on something she ate, xrays came back clear but blood work showed elevated white blood cells. She coughs, lethargic, won't eat or drink and she's shivering
1 Answer
Published on July 5th, 2019
Thank you for submitting your question regarding Luna. If there is nothing stuck in her throat, then I worry that she is coughing due to a respiratory tract infection. Has her veterinarian discussed the possibility of an upper respiratory tract infection or the more serious case of pneumonia? She may need antibiotics. I hope this information helps!
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