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Coughing & Sneezing

Expert respiratory care for coughing and sneezing pets in Macau.

Common Causes

  • Kennel cough (Bordetella) — highly contagious
  • Canine influenza
  • Feline herpesvirus / calicivirus
  • Allergies — environmental or seasonal
  • Asthma — especially in cats
  • Heart disease — leads to coughing in dogs
  • Collapsing trachea — toy breeds
  • Parasites — lungworms, heartworm

Symptoms to Watch For

Dry hacking cough or wet productive cough

Nasal discharge (clear, yellow, or green)

Difficulty breathing or rapid breathing

Blue-tinged gums (cyanosis)

Lethargy and reduced appetite

Wheezing or open-mouth breathing

Home Care Tips

  1. Isolate from other pets if infectious cause suspected
  2. Use a humidifier to ease breathing
  3. Avoid smoke, perfumes, and strong odors
  4. Ensure good ventilation and clean environment
  5. Encourage rest and limit exercise

When to See a Vet Immediately

  • ! Difficulty breathing or blue gums
  • ! Persistent cough with fever
  • ! Coughing up blood
  • ! Collapse or severe lethargy
  • ! Wheezing in cats (possible asthma emergency)

Treatment at Royal Veterinary Center

  • Physical examination and auscultation
  • Chest X-rays and ultrasound
  • Blood tests and heartworm screening
  • Antibiotics or antiviral medications
  • Bronchodilators and steroids for asthma
  • Cardiac workup if heart disease suspected