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My dog has a cold, runny nose, open-mouth breathing. Should I worry?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed | Female | unspayed | 5 years old | 27 lbs

My doggy is 5 years 1 month old she is having some cold having clean runny nose she is breathing with open mouth and there is some breathing problem in it please tell me to do what I am keeping my doggy much warm as I can I its the 2nd day of her illness please say is there something to worry or not there is not a single veterinarian in my town which limits me to find home remedies.

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Answered By Dr. Massimo Orioles, DVM, Cert AVP, MRCVS

Veterinarian

Published on February 14th, 2020

Hi, and thanks for your question. This sign could be compatible with an upper respiratory tract inflammation/infection or possibly to a cardiovascular problem. A clinical examination at your local veterinarian is essential to confirm these clinical suspicions and treat appropriately. More investigations like x rays and antibiotics may be needed. Hope this answer was helpful, but please do not hesitate to contact us again on the forum or by requesting a consultation if you have any more questions or to discuss it any further. If this answer was helpful please let us know, this will be used to improve our service!

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