What to Do If My Dog Has Bronchitis

Bronchitis is a fairly common disease in dogs and affects the respiratory tract, causing discomfort and malaise in our pet

It consists of inflammation of the airways responsible for breathing, that is, transporting oxygen from outside into the lungs and vice versa.

What causes bronchitis in dogs

There are various causes that can trigger bronchitis in our dog and, depending on whether the bronchitis is acute or chronic, its cause can be identified.

In cases where bronchitis is acute and appears spontaneously, we can say that it is quite likely to be caused by an internal parasite or by some type of infection.

However, if our dog suffers from chronic bronchitis, the causes may be different and may come from a progressive process of inhaling gases or continuous contact with chemical products.

Which symptoms indicate bronchitis in my dog?

The most notable symptoms that may indicate bronchitis in a dog are a continuous dry cough, some difficulty breathing and an excessive amount of mucus. Once any of these symptoms is detected, it is advisable to go to a veterinarian so they can carry out a more thorough inspection of the animal. In addition to these three symptoms, there are others, although they may be more difficult to detect, such as weight loss, apathy or watery eyes, for example.

What treatment should I follow?

Regarding the treatment a dog should follow if it has bronchitis, it cannot be generalised and the same treatment cannot be used in all cases, as it will mainly depend on what caused it.

The medication each dog will require will depend on whether it suffers from acute or chronic bronchitis and whether this was caused by a parasite, by inhalation or for another reason.

For this reason, at Farmaciasdirect we remind you of the importance of first going to a veterinarian so they can advise us on which treatment to follow. In these situations, prevention is better than cure.

So it is worth stressing the importance of keeping our dog properly dewormed and going to specialised professionals such as veterinarians and pharmacists before medicating our pet.