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Why is my senior dog hacking and coughing like she's choking?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | American Cocker Spaniel | Female | spayed | 13 years and 1 month old | 40 lbs

I have a 15-year-old cocker spaniel in the last few days she’s been doing a lot of hacking almost like she’s choking

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Answered By Dr. Elizabeth

Veterinarian

Published on November 29th, 2019

I recommend to have her examined tomorrow. It's possible she has an infection or a mass in the throat. It's also possible there is pathology in her heart or lungs. It's best to play it safe since this has been going on for a few days now. I hope it's nothing too serious and that Molly feels better soon.

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