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My dog is hacking up white foam. Is it a respiratory infection?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Medium (23 - 60lb) | Female | spayed | 4 years and 3 months old | 55 lbs

What does it mean if my dog is haking? No puking food just phlegm

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Answered By Ana M, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on April 29th, 2018

Thank you for submitting your question regarding Kesler. It is likely that she has an upper respiratory tract infection. It is common for an affected dog to bring up a white foamy material when coughing. She may also experience a decreased appetite as well as eye and nose discharge. She will likely need to see her veterinarian for an antibiotic if her symptoms persist. I hope this information helps!

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