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12-20-2010, 10:12 AM | #1 |
YorkieTalk Newbie! Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Houston, Texas
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| Needing help and direction I have had my dog since Nov. 7th she is 19wks and 2lbs. After getting her round of shots she started coughing, it led to the vet diagnosing her with Kennel cough and put her on clavamox and robitussin dm. After 2 weeks of her on that, it seemed to somewhat go away--so we took her back to the vet to get her next round of shots. After that last round, her coughing came back and was a little worse-- I asked the vet to give us one more round of antibiotics (amoxicillion) and a cough suppressent- right now we are on day 2 of this, still coughing--but not as much, but still going on coughin tangents (15secs or so) every now and then. The vet recommended us getting an xray (350 dollars) to see if she has CT-- I am not a 100% sure of this happening because I have read many times that it wont always show up, and if she does have it--theres not much you can do for her besides a slightly different life style. Basically I am just confused-- I am not sure what to do, nor did I know this babygirl would cost so much within the 1st month that we have had her. Is it Kennel cough and allergies or CT? She is eating, drinking and acting normal other than the coughing. Each time we went to the vet they said her lungs were clear, and no temperature. I also want to know if I should get a 2nd opinion, is my vet misleading me? Should I do everything they are telling me to or should I just wait and see what the antibiotics do. I also read that KC lasts awhile in little dogs, we are going on a month right now.. I just need help and direction. |
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12-20-2010, 10:26 AM | #2 |
I Love My Yorkies Donating Member Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Indianapolis, Indiana
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| If he got it after the vaccinations I think its kennel cough that he caught from the vaccination. It can take up to a month to get rid of and the antibiotics dont really help the kennel cough but they can help keep it from progressing to pneumonia. So its just gonna take time
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12-20-2010, 11:04 AM | #3 | |
Crazy about Kacee! Donating Member Join Date: May 2005 Location: Kansas
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I'm sorry you have to go through this with your puppy. I wouldn't personally worry about xrays at this time unless dr is concerned with pneumonia. This is what I would do. You will need to make your own decision as to what is best. I'm adding this for additional information: After exposure to kennel cough, it can take anywhere from 3-10 days before the dog shows signs of infection. In most cases, the dog will respond to treatment in 10-14 days. However, it is important to finish all of the medications prescribed by your veterinarian, even if your dog seems to be feeling better. Additionally, you should keep the dog relatively quiet and allow him or her to rest for at least 2-3 weeks after infection. Vigorous exercise or too much activity can aggravate the symptoms of kennel cough. And most importantly, if your dog has kennel cough, keeping him or her from other dogs for at least 1-2 weeks is a MUST to prevent the spread of disease. IMPORTANT: If your dog has kennel cough, keep him away from other dogs for at least 1-2 weeks. This is a must to prevent the spread of disease. Kennelcough.com – How long does kennel cough last?
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12-20-2010, 10:57 PM | #4 | |
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| Sme types of infection in the lungs does not produce fever in puppies Quote:
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