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My dog coughs, hacks, and vomits foam. What are bronchial patterns?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Chihuahua | Male | neutered | 19 lbs

My dog consistently hacks/coughs. Sometimes he vomits phlegm or white foam. The vet ruled out kennel cough and an xray confirmed "bronchial patterns". We give him benadryl every day and that helps for a bit. He was prescribed tamiril p but its a sterroid and not for long term use.

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Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

Veterinarian

Published on January 1st, 2020

Without seeing Shredder in person I can't say for this certain but a bronchial pattern could indicate chronic bronchitis. You can speak to his vet to see if bronchial dilators may be indicated in his case.

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