A dog who is hacking away, or constantly making noises that make it sound like he’s choking on something, might have a case of kennel cough, or canine infectious tracheobronchitis. Although kennel ...

Researchers at UC Santa Barbara have identified the mechanism by which pathogenic Bordetella bacteria promote the colonization of mammalian airways.

Like humans, dogs can experience a noisy, dry cough caused by an irritated throat. However, persistent coughing paired with a fever, nasal or ocular discharge, or loss of voice may be symptoms of a ...

As we soak up the last few days of summer before returning to our fall routines, many folks will be traveling and some may be boarding their pets. Pet owners need to be aware that this is a heightened ...

With kennel cough, the cough is harsh and dry and is usually followed by retching and gagging. Pets also might not want to eat, because their throats hurt, he said. The cough can start five to 10 days ...

Kennel cough, also called canine infectious respiratory disease (CIRD), spreads easily among dogs in kennels, dog parks, or social environments. Early detection ensures effective treatment and ...