Why does my dog have a wheezy bark when he sprints? Is it normal?

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I have a year-old ACD. Occasionally ally when he sprints he has a wheezy bark that sounds a lot like kennel cough, but it’s doesn’t happen all the time as if he’s got a cold. Is this normal?

Dr. Paula Simons · Accepted Answer

This is not normal, especially for a young, athletic dog. I would recommend he be evaluated by a veterinarian and potentially have chest radiographs performed. Wheezing and a cough can be caused by upper/lower airway diseases or even heart disease so it is important to rule those problems out.

Why does my dog have a wheezy bark when he sprints? Is it normal?

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