I found this regarding kennel cough - We gave our pups Robitussin DM when they were about 8-9 weeks old. I think they cought the cough at the vet. Kennel Cough; (Tracheal Bronchitis). Symptoms of Kennel Cough are a dry hacking cough and a shortness of breath. Kennel cough is quite common, almost as common as the human cold. It is cuased by a combination of stress and temperature variations. Although the cough may sound threatening, it is treatable with medication. Consult a vet if your pup shows signs of Kennel Cough. NOTE: Kennel Cough can remain in the puppy's system anywhere from five days to several weeks. (treatment is Robitussin-DM, Benadryl, and or Clavamox Antibiotic)If you can give shots, you can almost always eliminate the coughing by getting a bottle of "Tyland 50" from any farm store. Give 1/2 cc shot under the skin in the morning and at night for several days. Don't inject in the same area more than twice. Once the cough is gone, ocntinue the shots for a few more days just to make sure. |