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My dog is coughing and gagging while on medication. Should I worry?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Dachshund | Female | spayed

My Tink started coughing a bit today. Not all the time but when she does she acts like she's got something to spit up. Almost like it's gagging her. She's finishing up antibiotics for an ear infection and Prednisone for slight back issue. Should I be concerned?

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Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

Veterinarian

Published on September 9th, 2019

It can be a sign of a respiratory infection. As long as Tinkerbell is eating and drinking, isn't lethargic, and otherwise acting normally, I'd just keep an eye on her for now. If she keeps coughing, or develops other signs such as lethargy and loss of appetite, have her seen by a vet.

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