Why does my dog cough for months, especially when I pick him up?

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My dog has had a cough for two or three months now.. It is not as harsh as it was. He coughs especially when you pick him up. Almost like your squeezing him too much. Pet's info: Dog | Chihuahua | Male | unneutered | 18 years and 8 months old | 8 lbs

Makenzie Kurth, DVM · Accepted Answer

Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! It goes without saying that any dog coughing this long should definitely see a vet as soon as possible. In a tiny dog who is this old, the possibilities that come to mind are: heart failure, collapsing trachea, fungal disease, “old dog bronchitis”, and cancer. Obviously, a few of these are quite serious. A good physically exam and detailed questioning by your vet will help him or her narrow it down in many cases, but often times x-rays are recommended to help us know for sure. Best of luck to you and Elliot!

Why does my dog cough for months, especially when I pick him up?

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