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My dog's coughing. What tests are for kennel cough or heart disease?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Maltese | Female | unspayed | 6 years and 7 months old | 4 lbs

Regarding the earlier question. What sort of tests are done for kennel cough or heart disease? (FYI, she's coughing a lot and I'm worried)

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Answered By Stephanie Echols, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on January 4th, 2020

Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! There is not test for kennel cough. We usually base that on history and the sound of the cough. The tests for heart disease are xrays and an ultrasound, or echo, of the heart. Kisses to Bella!

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