Lisa A. asked

🐕  Dog Health

My 8-week-old red heeler puppy, Sadie, is coughing occasionally, especially at night. She has no runny nose or eye discharge and seems healthy overall, but she was a rescue and we've only had her a few days. When she coughs, it's usually just one or two big coughs and then she's fine, but it typically happens when she's falling asleep or asleep. Should we be concerned?

March 30th, 2024

Kevin R. answered

In a young puppy like Sadie, who came from a rescue environment, a cough can be concerning due to th...

March 30th, 2024

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