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yorkiemommyinpa 01-04-2014 03:39 AM
Noah is coughing!!
 
Hi all,

My son just woke me up saying our puppy is coughing and sneezing. It's 6:30 a.m. here and our vet opens in 2 hours. Noah is laying next to me now sleepy soundly, but then he'll start coughing/weezing. he even brought up a little bit of fluid. It sounds as if he's gasping for air when he does it. I'm so scared and hope it isn't anything serious. Please advise, like I said I will also be calling the vet in a couple of hours. Thanks in advance.

Shelby&Seymour 01-04-2014 03:55 AM
definitely deserves a trip to the vet.... hope he is ok... please keep us posted!

yorkiemommyinpa 01-04-2014 04:14 AM
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Originally Posted by Shelby&Seymour (Post 4369973)
definitely deserves a trip to the vet.... hope he is ok... please keep us posted!
Thank you. Now he's coughing up white stuff :(

Lisa and Pic 01-04-2014 04:18 AM
Aww, do keep us posted and hope things are okay with your little guy.

We had kennel cough around here a few years ago after I brought a foster home from the animal shelter. It sounds terrible. Not sure if that is what your Noah has but can relate to the panicky feeling when a pup starts coughing.

Shelby&Seymour 01-04-2014 04:18 AM
does your vet have an emergency number that you could maybe get them to meet you a little earlier than the normal hours?

yorkiemommyinpa 01-04-2014 04:34 AM
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Originally Posted by Lisa and Pic (Post 4369982)
Aww, do keep us posted and hope things are okay with your little guy.

We had kennel cough around here a few years ago after I brought a foster home from the animal shelter. It sounds terrible. Not sure if that is what your Noah has but can relate to the panicky feeling when a pup starts coughing.
I'm hoping it's not that. he's not around other dogs. we took him out in the snow for a couple of minutes yesterday so that he could get use to it. I brought him in towel dried and blow dried him. he's hacking fluids up now.

yorkiemommyinpa 01-04-2014 04:34 AM
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Originally Posted by Shelby&Seymour (Post 4369983)
does your vet have an emergency number that you could maybe get them to meet you a little earlier than the normal hours?
I just called and they open at 8:00

Shelby&Seymour 01-04-2014 04:50 AM
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Originally Posted by yorkiemommyinpa (Post 4369991)
I just called and they open at 8:00
Great.... looks like you should be on your way out the door... hope lil Noah is going to be OK. let us know how he is doing when you get the opportunity... Prayers & well wishes for the lil guy.

yorkiemommyinpa 01-04-2014 05:30 AM
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Originally Posted by Shelby&Seymour (Post 4369993)
Great.... looks like you should be on your way out the door... hope lil Noah is going to be OK. let us know how he is doing when you get the opportunity... Prayers & well wishes for the lil guy.
I can't bring him in until 12:20:( I'm sitting in my bathroom with him in my bathroom with the hot water running, hoping the steam will help with the coughing.

MarkFromSea 01-04-2014 06:06 AM
since I'm a new owner, this is a question.... What are your thoughts on Mentholatum? Our old guy gets a little on his nose when he seems to have nasal issues.... it seems to help... it certainly helped bigger dogs in the past.

We also have an inhaler for him, vet recommended.

Shelby&Seymour 01-04-2014 06:27 AM
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Originally Posted by yorkiemommyinpa (Post 4370027)
I can't bring him in until 12:20:( I'm sitting in my bathroom with him in my bathroom with the hot water running, hoping the steam will help with the coughing.
This is crazy. there is no way that they couldn't work you in ??? if he is having such bad symptoms, i would call back....

yorkiemommyinpa 01-04-2014 07:01 AM
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Originally Posted by Shelby&Seymour (Post 4370078)
This is crazy. there is no way that they couldn't work you in ??? if he is having such bad symptoms, i would call back....
They just called and told me to bring him in now. I will keep everyone updated. Please say a prayer and positive thoughts for my furbaby! Thanks.

Bellabean 01-04-2014 07:40 AM
Hope he's ok!

Kaitlynx89 01-04-2014 07:51 AM
Oh I sure hope he is okay!! Please let us know how he does.

TxVicki 01-04-2014 07:58 AM
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Originally Posted by MarkFromSea (Post 4370066)
since I'm a new owner, this is a question.... What are your thoughts on Mentholatum? Our old guy gets a little on his nose when he seems to have nasal issues.... it seems to help... it certainly helped bigger dogs in the past.

We also have an inhaler for him, vet recommended.
If this is any thing similar to Vicks Vapo Rub. This is a No, no.

" Camphor and eucalyptus in Vapor Rub can be toxic to dogs and when inhaled can cause respiratory issues, so it can make your dog's condition worse.

TxVicki 01-04-2014 08:04 AM
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Originally Posted by MarkFromSea (Post 4370066)
since I'm a new owner, this is a question.... What are your thoughts on Mentholatum? Our old guy gets a little on his nose when he seems to have nasal issues.... it seems to help... it certainly helped bigger dogs in the past.

We also have an inhaler for him, vet recommended.
From the ASPCA on toxins. Scroll down where it say's humans meds and at teh bottom you will what it has to say about Vapor.


Poison Control: Okay or No Way? | ASPCA

MarkFromSea 01-04-2014 08:14 AM
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Originally Posted by TxVicki (Post 4370105)
If this is any thing similar to Vicks Vapo Rub. This is a No, no.

" Camphor and eucalyptus in Vapor Rub can be toxic to dogs and when inhaled can cause respiratory issues, so it can make your dog's condition worse.
Definitely not vapor rub...but it is the human household nasal relief ointment that was pretty popular 40 years ago. But, I'll check the ingredients.... I'll need to do more research on what seems to work.... I kinda disagree with the vet on the inhaler.... That was mamma's visit with the vet. Seems too extreme to me. I'm looking for something more mild that does the job. I have used the ocean spray with limited positive results... it's strictly saline... no chemical other than salt. It's basically his nasal congestion that is an issue every couple of weeks.

When we first got our little guy, he needed antibiotics for about a month for his nasal and lung condition. He was pretty sick. He's doing pretty well now, 5 months later.

Thanks for the reply!:)

MarkFromSea 01-04-2014 08:20 AM
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Originally Posted by TxVicki (Post 4370108)
From the ASPCA on toxins. Scroll down where it say's humans meds and at teh bottom you will what it has to say about Vapor.


Poison Control: Okay or No Way? | ASPCA
Oh...... bummer...... :confused: Thanks for the link! :thumbup:
Topical Vapor Products
My Rottweiler had a wound on the side of her torso that has now healed. I was told to put Vicks Vapo Rub around the area to divert her from licking the wound. Could this be a problem if my dog were to ingest it?
- Debi C.
It could be a problem, Debi. Many topical vapor products contain essential oils such as camphor and eucalyptus, which have the potential to produce gastrointestinal upset and central nervous system depression. And if this product were aspirated or inhaled in large enough quantities, respiratory irritation and pneumonia could result.
Due to the high probability that your dog will ingest this product, and because it is not labeled for this intended use, we would not advise using this product on your Rottweiler. Instead, you should talk with your dog's regular veterinarian about an appropriate and safe method for keeping your dog from licking her wound.

MarkFromSea 01-04-2014 08:29 AM
yep, camphor and natural menthol are in it ...so the camphor makes it a no go.... any suggestions for a replacement?

yorkiemommyinpa 01-04-2014 08:42 AM
Hi all,

Noah is being treated for an upper respiratory infection. He was given an antibiotic shot. I went with the shot bc my work schedule doesn't permit 2x daily oral meds. Please continue to pray for a full recovery. His vitals were all normal as well. He hasn't coughed or brought up any liquids since earlier this morning.

MarkFromSea 01-04-2014 08:45 AM
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Originally Posted by yorkiemommyinpa (Post 4370130)
Hi all,

Noah is being treated for an upper respiratory infection. He was given an antibiotic shot. I went with the shot bc my work schedule doesn't permit 2x daily oral meds. Please continue to pray for a full recovery. His vitals were all normal as well. He hasn't coughed or brought up any liquids since earlier this morning.
That's great to hear! Hopefully it's a one time thing. :thumbup:

margiepickens 01-04-2014 10:50 AM
Good news. I hope he continues to improve.

Shelby&Seymour 01-04-2014 12:04 PM
Hope the meds work for the little guy.... I guess keeping him warm and dry with plenty of fresh water is the best you can fo for him now!!! Keep us posted and hope to hear that Noah is feeling better soon!

yorkiemommyinpa 01-04-2014 02:38 PM
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Originally Posted by Shelby&Seymour (Post 4370229)
Hope the meds work for the little guy.... I guess keeping him warm and dry with plenty of fresh water is the best you can fo for him now!!! Keep us posted and hope to hear that Noah is feeling better soon!
Thank you so much!! he's playful, eating, and drinking. I hope he continues to get better as well.

Micah my love 01-04-2014 03:26 PM
So happy that Noah is doing better


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