Should I be worried if my dog is wheezing?

Posted on by Mary Andersen

Should I be worried if my dog is wheezing?

If your dog is wheezing continuously, or his gums have a blue-ish tint indicating that he isn’t getting enough oxygen, or if your dog seems uncomfortable breathing, those are signs that the wheezing is potentially life-threatening; you will need to take your dog to an emergency veterinarian immediately.

Why is my dog wheezing aggressively?

A wheezy dog may sound humorous, but wheezing can actually be a symptom of serious respiratory distress and conditions that include heartworm, allergies, tumors, collapsing trachea, viral or bacterial infections such as kennel cough or pneumonia, and even canine asthma.

Why is my dog breathing so fast while resting?

If you notice that your dog is breathing fast while at rest, or breathing fast while sleeping, they could be experiencing respiratory distress. Contact your vet if you notice any of the following signs: Noticeably labored breathing (engaging stomach muscles to help breathe) Pale, blue-tinged or brick red gums.

What can I give my dog for wheezing?

If your vet suspects bronchitis is the underlying cause of your dog’s wheezing, he will be given antibiotics and may be put on steroids or some other type of treatment to aggressively target the problem.

What can you do for a dog that is wheezing?

For infections, treatment will likely include antibiotics. If the wheezing is caused by chronic bronchitis, your vet will likely prescribe a bronchodilator as a rescue medication to use when your dog is in distress. These medications work to relax the muscles in the airways to allow your dog to breathe easier.

What are the signs of a dog with a heart murmur?

Signs and symptoms of heart murmur in dogs

  • Irregular heartbeat.
  • Hacking, persistent cough.
  • Excessive panting even when resting.
  • Tires easily.
  • Lack of energy.
  • Collapses or faints.
  • Gums and/or tongue are bluish in color.
  • Racing pulse.

What to do if your dog is wheezing?

This is a medical emergency.

  • You must get your dog to the closest veterinarian ASAP.
  • Do not try to make the dog eat or drink anything
  • Go straight to the emergency department of the closest animal clinic
  • Do not give your dog your own Epipen. It likely has too much medication for your dog’s weight. Even one designed for children could be too much.

    • What is wrong if your dog is wheezing?

    Allergies. Get 15% off all HolistaPet Products!

  • Kennel Cough. Canine infectious tracheobronchitis,better known as kennel cough,is a highly infectious upper respiratory disease.
  • Foreign Body. Foreign bodies are objects that get stuck in your pet’s windpipe.
  • Swallowing Down the Wrong Pipe.
  • Collapsing Trachea.

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    • Why is my dog coughing and having trouble breathing?

    Allergies

  • Parasites
  • Prolonged exposure to irritants (e.g. cigarette smoke)
  • Bloat,or gastric torsion
  • Ingestion of a poisonous substance