{"id":8001,"date":"2022-03-25T06:39:25","date_gmt":"2022-03-25T06:39:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-to-do-if-my-dog-sounds-like-he-has-a-hairball\/"},"modified":"2022-03-25T06:39:25","modified_gmt":"2022-03-25T06:39:25","slug":"what-to-do-if-my-dog-sounds-like-he-has-a-hairball","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-to-do-if-my-dog-sounds-like-he-has-a-hairball\/","title":{"rendered":"What to do if my dog sounds like he has a hairball?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_17 counter-hierarchy counter-decimal ez-toc-grey\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"display: none;\"><i class=\"ez-toc-glyphicon ez-toc-icon-toggle\"><\/i><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class=\"ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1\"><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-to-do-if-my-dog-sounds-like-he-has-a-hairball\/#What_to_do_if_my_dog_sounds_like_he_has_a_hairball\" title=\"What to do if my dog sounds like he has a hairball?\">What to do if my dog sounds like he has a hairball?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-to-do-if-my-dog-sounds-like-he-has-a-hairball\/#Why_does_my_dog_choke_like_he_has_a_hairball\" title=\"Why does my dog choke like he has a hairball?\">Why does my dog choke like he has a hairball?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-to-do-if-my-dog-sounds-like-he-has-a-hairball\/#Why_is_my_dog_making_a_weird_gagging_noise\" title=\"Why is my dog making a weird gagging noise?\">Why is my dog making a weird gagging noise?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-to-do-if-my-dog-sounds-like-he-has-a-hairball\/#Why_does_it_sound_like_my_dog_is_trying_to_cough_up_a_hairball\" title=\"Why does it sound like my dog is trying to cough up a hairball?\">Why does it sound like my dog is trying to cough up a hairball?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-to-do-if-my-dog-sounds-like-he-has-a-hairball\/#How_do_you_get_rid_of_a_hairball_in_a_dogs_throat\" title=\"How do you get rid of a hairball in a dog&#8217;s throat?\">How do you get rid of a hairball in a dog&#8217;s throat?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-to-do-if-my-dog-sounds-like-he-has-a-hairball\/#Why_is_my_dog_coughing_like_something_is_stuck_in_his_throat\" title=\"Why is my dog coughing like something is stuck in his throat?\">Why is my dog coughing like something is stuck in his throat?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-to-do-if-my-dog-sounds-like-he-has-a-hairball\/#Why_does_my_dog_keep_gagging_like_hes_choking\" title=\"Why does my dog keep gagging like he&#8217;s choking?\">Why does my dog keep gagging like he&#8217;s choking?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-to-do-if-my-dog-sounds-like-he-has-a-hairball\/#Why_is_my_dog_gagging_like_something_is_stuck_in_his_throat\" title=\"Why is my dog gagging like something is stuck in his throat?\">Why is my dog gagging like something is stuck in his throat?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-to-do-if-my-dog-sounds-like-he-has-a-hairball\/#Why_is_my_dog_gagging_but_not_throwing_up\" title=\"Why is my dog gagging but not throwing up?\">Why is my dog gagging but not throwing up?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-to-do-if-my-dog-sounds-like-he-has-a-hairball\/#Why_does_my_dog_sound_like_hes_choking_but_isn_t\" title=\"Why does my dog sound like he&#8217;s choking but isn t?\">Why does my dog sound like he&#8217;s choking but isn t?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-to-do-if-my-dog-sounds-like-he-has-a-hairball\/#Why_does_my_dog_sound_like_hes_heaving\" title=\"Why does my dog sound like he&#8217;s heaving?\">Why does my dog sound like he&#8217;s heaving?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-to-do-if-my-dog-sounds-like-he-has-a-hairball\/#Why_does_my_dog_look_like_he_is_trying_to_cough_something_up\" title=\"Why does my dog look like he is trying to cough something up?\">Why does my dog look like he is trying to cough something up?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-to-do-if-my-dog-sounds-like-he-has-a-hairball\/#Can_dogs_get_hairballs_stuck_in_their_throat\" title=\"Can dogs get hairballs stuck in their throat?\">Can dogs get hairballs stuck in their throat?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-to-do-if-my-dog-sounds-like-he-has-a-hairball\/#Why_is_my_dog_coughing_like_he_has_something_stuck_in_his_throat\" title=\"Why is my dog coughing like he has something stuck in his throat?\">Why is my dog coughing like he has something stuck in his throat?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-to-do-if-my-dog-sounds-like-he-has-a-hairball\/#Why_does_my_dog_randomly_cough_and_gag\" title=\"Why does my dog randomly cough and gag?\">Why does my dog randomly cough and gag?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-to-do-if-my-dog-sounds-like-he-has-a-hairball\/#Why_does_my_dog_keep_coughing_gagging_like_hes_choking_at_night\" title=\"Why does my dog keep coughing gagging like he&#8217;s choking at night?\">Why does my dog keep coughing gagging like he&#8217;s choking at night?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-to-do-if-my-dog-sounds-like-he-has-a-hairball\/#What_home_remedy_can_I_give_my_dog_for_coughing_and_gagging\" title=\"What home remedy can I give my dog for coughing and gagging?\">What home remedy can I give my dog for coughing and gagging?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-to-do-if-my-dog-sounds-like-he-has-a-hairball\/#What_does_it_mean_when_your_dog_is_constantly_gagging\" title=\"What does it mean when your dog is constantly gagging?\">What does it mean when your dog is constantly gagging?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-to-do-if-my-dog-sounds-like-he-has-a-hairball\/#Why_does_my_dog_keep_choking_and_gagging_on_nothing\" title=\"Why does my dog keep choking and gagging on nothing?\">Why does my dog keep choking and gagging on nothing?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-to-do-if-my-dog-sounds-like-he-has-a-hairball\/#How_do_I_know_if_my_dog_has_a_blockage_in_his_throat\" title=\"How do I know if my dog has a blockage in his throat?\">How do I know if my dog has a blockage in his throat?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-to-do-if-my-dog-sounds-like-he-has-a-hairball\/#Why_does_my_dog_keep_gagging_without_throwing_up\" title=\"Why does my dog keep gagging without throwing up?\">Why does my dog keep gagging without throwing up?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-to-do-if-my-dog-sounds-like-he-has-a-hairball\/#Why_does_my_dog_act_like_hes_throwing_up\" title=\"Why does my dog act like he&#8217;s throwing up?\">Why does my dog act like he&#8217;s throwing up?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-to-do-if-my-dog-sounds-like-he-has-a-hairball\/#Why_is_my_dog_trying_to_throw_up_but_can_t\" title=\"Why is my dog trying to throw up but can t?\">Why is my dog trying to throw up but can t?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-to-do-if-my-dog-sounds-like-he-has-a-hairball\/#Why_does_my_dog_randomly_sound_like_hes_choking\" title=\"Why does my dog randomly sound like he&#8217;s choking?\">Why does my dog randomly sound like he&#8217;s choking?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-to-do-if-my-dog-sounds-like-he-has-a-hairball\/#Why_does_my_dog_keep_coughing_gagging_like_hes_choking\" title=\"Why does my dog keep coughing gagging like he&#8217;s choking?\">Why does my dog keep coughing gagging like he&#8217;s choking?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_to_do_if_my_dog_sounds_like_he_has_a_hairball\"><\/span>What to do if my dog sounds like he has a hairball?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>When you&#8217;re in this position, it&#8217;s a good idea to <b>schedule an appointment with your veterinarian to figure out what&#8217;s causing your dog to sound like it has a hairball. It might be a hairball problem, but it could also be a respiratory condition.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_does_my_dog_choke_like_he_has_a_hairball\"><\/span>Why does my dog choke like he has a hairball?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>If your dog is hacking away or constantly making noises that make it sound like they are choking on something, they may have a case of <b>kennel cough, or canine infectious tracheobronchitis.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_is_my_dog_making_a_weird_gagging_noise\"><\/span>Why is my dog making a weird gagging noise?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Two very common things that can cause gagging in dogs are <b>infectious problems and laryngeal paralysis. Kennel cough, which is a type of respiratory infection, is a common cause of dog gagging, which results in a harsh, goose-like cough, sometimes followed by a gag.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_does_it_sound_like_my_dog_is_trying_to_cough_up_a_hairball\"><\/span>Why does it sound like my dog is trying to cough up a hairball?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Kennel cough is a dry, hacking, persistent cough that can sound like the dog has something stuck in its throat. This dry hack is often followed by gagging or retching that sounds like the dog is coughing up a hairball, like a cat.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_you_get_rid_of_a_hairball_in_a_dogs_throat\"><\/span>How do you get rid of a hairball in a dog&#8217;s throat?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Dog Hairball Treatment and Remedies. Hairballs in dogs can be managed at home in most cases. If you suspect that your dog has hairballs, you can offer <b>petroleum jelly, canned pumpkin, and plenty of water to help your dog along with the process of expelling them.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_is_my_dog_coughing_like_something_is_stuck_in_his_throat\"><\/span>Why is my dog coughing like something is stuck in his throat?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Conclusion. A dog coughing like something is stuck in their throat is <b>usually caused by kennel cough, a highly contagious but also usually self-limiting infection. This is generally not a cause of big concern in dogs that do not present other symptoms.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_does_my_dog_keep_gagging_like_hes_choking\"><\/span>Why does my dog keep gagging like he&#8217;s choking?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Conclusion. A dog coughing like something is stuck in their throat is <b>usually caused by kennel cough, a highly contagious but also usually self-limiting infection. This is generally not a cause of big concern in dogs that do not present other symptoms.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_is_my_dog_gagging_like_something_is_stuck_in_his_throat\"><\/span>Why is my dog gagging like something is stuck in his throat?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Kennel cough is a dry, hacking, persistent cough that can sound like the dog has something stuck in its throat. This dry hack is often followed by gagging or retching that sounds like the dog is coughing up a hairball, like a cat.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_is_my_dog_gagging_but_not_throwing_up\"><\/span>Why is my dog gagging but not throwing up?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Non-productive retching, or dry heaving, in any breed dog is always considered an emergency due to the concern for a process called <b>gastric dilation and volvulus (frequently referred to as GDV, or gas bloat).<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_does_my_dog_sound_like_hes_choking_but_isn_t\"><\/span>Why does my dog sound like he&#8217;s choking but isn t?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Reverse sneezing (Pharyngeal Gag Reflex) is a sudden, rapid and extreme forceful inhalation of air through the nose causing the dog to make repeated snorting noises, which may sound like he is choking. It sounds like the dog is trying to inhale a sneeze, and it is therefore known as reverse sneezing.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_does_my_dog_sound_like_hes_heaving\"><\/span>Why does my dog sound like he&#8217;s heaving?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Dogs retch due to allergies, exposure to parasites, bloat, or ingesting a poisonous substance. While all of these are undesirable, the last two can be fatal. If your dog is only dry heaving every now and then, you probably have nothing to worry about  the retching is their way of solving the problem.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_does_my_dog_look_like_he_is_trying_to_cough_something_up\"><\/span>Why does my dog look like he is trying to cough something up?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Conclusion. A dog coughing like something is stuck in their throat is <b>usually caused by kennel cough, a highly contagious but also usually self-limiting infection. This is generally not a cause of big concern in dogs that do not present other symptoms.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_dogs_get_hairballs_stuck_in_their_throat\"><\/span>Can dogs get hairballs stuck in their throat?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Conclusion. A dog coughing like something is stuck in their throat is <b>usually caused by kennel cough, a highly contagious but also usually self-limiting infection. This is generally not a cause of big concern in dogs that do not present other symptoms.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_is_my_dog_coughing_like_he_has_something_stuck_in_his_throat\"><\/span>Why is my dog coughing like he has something stuck in his throat?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Conclusion. A dog coughing like something is stuck in their throat is <b>usually caused by kennel cough, a highly contagious but also usually self-limiting infection. This is generally not a cause of big concern in dogs that do not present other symptoms.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_does_my_dog_randomly_cough_and_gag\"><\/span>Why does my dog randomly cough and gag?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Foreign Objects And Coughing Sometimes dogs may inhale foreign objects or material that gets lodged in their airways. Coughs that become suddenly violent or sound like gagging, possibly including attempts to swallow and frequent lip licking could be a sign that <b>something has become stuck in your dog&#8217;s throat<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_does_my_dog_keep_coughing_gagging_like_hes_choking_at_night\"><\/span>Why does my dog keep coughing gagging like he&#8217;s choking at night?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>So what are the possible causes for when your dog keeps gagging? Your dog may be gagging because a foreign object is trapped in their airways, diseases such as kennel cough (Bordetella), infections such as Sinusitis and Rhinitis, heart disease, tracheal collapse, bloating, or intestinal parasites.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_home_remedy_can_I_give_my_dog_for_coughing_and_gagging\"><\/span>What home remedy can I give my dog for coughing and gagging?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Honey can be a great home remedy for kennel cough as it can help soothe your dog&#8217;s throat and minimize coughing. You can give your dog one-half tablespoon to 1 tablespoon of honey mixed with a little warm water in a bowl. This can be offered up to three times a day depending on how often your dog is coughing.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_does_it_mean_when_your_dog_is_constantly_gagging\"><\/span>What does it mean when your dog is constantly gagging?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Conclusion. A dog coughing like something is stuck in their throat is <b>usually caused by kennel cough, a highly contagious but also usually self-limiting infection. This is generally not a cause of big concern in dogs that do not present other symptoms.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_does_my_dog_keep_choking_and_gagging_on_nothing\"><\/span>Why does my dog keep choking and gagging on nothing?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Conclusion. A dog coughing like something is stuck in their throat is <b>usually caused by kennel cough, a highly contagious but also usually self-limiting infection. This is generally not a cause of big concern in dogs that do not present other symptoms.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_I_know_if_my_dog_has_a_blockage_in_his_throat\"><\/span>How do I know if my dog has a blockage in his throat?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Common causes of this symptom include <b>reverse sneezing, pneumonia, kennel cough, heart disease, collapsing trachea, or a foreign object in the throat. Observe your dog closely, and if they keep choking on nothing, this may be an indicator of any of the above diseases.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_does_my_dog_keep_gagging_without_throwing_up\"><\/span>Why does my dog keep gagging without throwing up?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>So what are the possible causes for when your dog keeps gagging? Your dog may be gagging because a foreign object is trapped in their airways, diseases such as kennel cough (Bordetella), infections such as Sinusitis and Rhinitis, heart disease, tracheal collapse, bloating, or intestinal parasites.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_does_my_dog_act_like_hes_throwing_up\"><\/span>Why does my dog act like he&#8217;s throwing up?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Kennel cough is a dry, hacking, persistent cough that can sound like the dog has something stuck in its throat. This dry hack is often followed by gagging or retching that sounds like the dog is coughing up a hairball, like a cat.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_is_my_dog_trying_to_throw_up_but_can_t\"><\/span>Why is my dog trying to throw up but can t?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>A dog wanting to throw up is very common and is often perfectly natural. <b>Most dogs will vomit if they eat or drink too fast, too much, or exercise after eating. Motion sickness is common in dogs too and can cause him to throw up.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_does_my_dog_randomly_sound_like_hes_choking\"><\/span>Why does my dog randomly sound like he&#8217;s choking?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Reverse sneezing (Pharyngeal Gag Reflex) is a sudden, rapid and extreme forceful inhalation of air through the nose causing the dog to make repeated snorting noises, which may sound like he is choking. It sounds like the dog is trying to inhale a sneeze, and it is therefore known as reverse sneezing.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_does_my_dog_keep_coughing_gagging_like_hes_choking\"><\/span>Why does my dog keep coughing gagging like he&#8217;s choking?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>If you observe a cough that involves a choking sound coming from your dog, then the chances are that <b>some sort of disease has infected your dog. Common causes of this symptom include reverse sneezing, pneumonia, kennel cough, heart disease, collapsing trachea, or a foreign object in the throat.<\/b><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Table of Contents What to do if my dog sounds like he has a hairball?Why does my dog choke like he has a hairball?Why is my dog making a weird gagging noise?Why does it sound like my dog is trying to cough up a hairball?How do you get rid of a hairball in a dog&#8217;s&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":4,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_kad_post_transparent":"","_kad_post_title":"","_kad_post_layout":"","_kad_post_sidebar_id":"","_kad_post_content_style":"","_kad_post_vertical_padding":"","_kad_post_feature":"","_kad_post_feature_position":"","_kad_post_header":false,"_kad_post_footer":false,"spay_email":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[],"tags":[],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/8001"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/4"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=8001"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/8001\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=8001"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=8001"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=8001"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}