Jack is 6 and was diagnosed with it at 4 years old. His vet is always recommending he get the surgery and says that he is a good candidate for it. I've also heard that it's in the experimental stage which is why I'm iffy about it. He takes medicine as needed and on days when it's hot and his coughing worsens I wet him down completely and that tends to calm him down. I have to be careful with having company over because even that can set him off. He's been to the ER 4 times this year. They normally give him a steroid shot and oxygen. I think the main thing is to try to keep your dog calm as much as possible. Holding Jack while he coughs also seems to help calm him down. I am interested to know what you think as far as operation. That is something my husband and I have been considering for Jack...I just wish there were more research and reviews from people who have taken this route with their dogs.
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