What Dog Parents Need to Know About Managing Collapsed Trachea in Dogs
Key takeaways: When your beloved dog starts making unusual breathing sounds, it’s natural to feel worried and confused. That distinctive “goose-honk” cough, especially common in small breeds, could signal a collapsed trachea. Many dog parents first notice these symptoms during activities or moments of excitement. If your pet already experiences breathing challenges like sleep apnea, […]
What Causes Respiratory Problems In Horses?
When your horse is coughing, sneezing, or otherwise suffering from breathing issues, it becomes an immediate cause for concern, as it may affect not only athletic performance but also overall quality of life. Respiratory problems in horses are common, but the good news is that many are highly treatable and manageable with prompt veterinary care […]
Respiratory Health Tips For Horses
To keep your horse feeling and performing at their best, take preventative steps to protect their respiratory health. Respiratory diseases are the second most common reason horses’ athletic careers are cut short, second only to musculoskeletal disorders. Common Respiratory Health Issues In Horses Respiratory issues in horses are often caused by viral or bacterial infections […]
Does Your Dog Stop Breathing In Their Sleep? What To Know About Sleep Apnea in Dogs
Does your pet ever wake up gasping for air? They might have sleep apnea, a disorder that causes episodes during which your pet stops breathing in their sleep. While these episodes can be distressing to both you and your pet, they’re likely to fall back asleep once they catch their breath. Learn how underlying respiratory […]
Cold And Flu Season for Dogs: What To Know About Winter Respiratory Infections
Chilly weather brings runny noses and hacking coughs – for both people and pets. As you battle cold and flu season this winter, remember to look out for signs of upper respiratory infections in your four-legged family members. While healthy dogs, like humans, can usually fight off a mild cold at home, some cases can […]
Treatment for Feline Asthma
Treatment options for feline asthma Asthma is cats has been most commonly treated with corticosteroids, either long acting injections (known as depomedrol) or oral prednisolone tablets. While these drugs often bring dramatic relief, there are many potential long term complications of repetitive steroid use, including secondary infections, weight gain and diabetes. Other medications that may […]
Feline Asthma
What is feline asthma? Asthma in cats is best defined as chronic allergic bronchial airway disease. The inflammation of the airways and lungs is a slowly progressive disease, which while difficult to cure, can be successfully controlled with medications. Key facts about feline asthma Asthma is one of the most common causes of chronic coughing […]
Symptoms of Feline Asthma
Symptoms of feline asthma Depending upon the severity of the asthma, affected cats may experience varying degrees of labored breathing, from mild wheezing to intense choking, gagging and coughing. Symptoms are often seen after exertion or exercise, as well as after stress. A cat will typically hunch his or her body close to the ground […]