Lori J. asked

🐕  Dog Health

My 12-year-old Golden Retriever, Chico, is breathing heavier with his mouth open and has a limp that comes and goes. He doesn't have a cough and his gums are pink, but his belly might be slightly swollen. His respiratory rate is 38 breaths per minute when lying down. What could be causing this and what should I do?

July 13th, 2024

Christopher B. answered

The primary concern for Chico's heavy breathing could be a bleeding tumor, which is common in Golden...

July 13th, 2024

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