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My cow's breathing is heavy and loud. Should I call the vet?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Farm Animal | Cow | Female | 7 years and 11 months old | 230 lbs

My cow breath heavy nd loud from five dayz

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Answered By Linda G, MS, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on October 3rd, 2019

Hello. Your animal has pneumonia or possibly a lung abscess. This needs to be properly diagnosed by a veterinarian so the appropriate medication can be started. We are unable to recommend any medications on this site. Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach.

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