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My dog has a dry cough. Is it kennel cough? Are there home remedies?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed | Female | spayed | 8 days old | 2 lbs

Spunky developed a cough. It sounds like a dry harsh cough. It sounds like she's trying to cough up something and it started about 2 days ago. But she's still eating and doing her thing. Does this sound like kennel cough and if so, is there any home remedies to cure it?

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Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

Veterinarian

Published on August 10th, 2019

It could be kennel cough, but without seeing Spunky in person, I can't say for certain. I see from your info that she is very young, and I never recommend trying to treat young puppies at home. They are just too delicate. Have her seen by a vet.

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