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If a dog coughs with a "gurgling" goose call, there can be two main causes.
The first cause is 'reverse sniffing'.
'Reverse sniffing' is a natural act to remove foreign substances by feeling foreign substances in a dog's nose.
The second cause is 'bronchial stenosis'.
While 'reverse sniffing' is a natural behavior, bronchoconstriction is a disease that requires medication and surgical treatment.
Today, we will learn about the causes and symptoms of bronchoconstriction, which is the cause of goose noise in dogs, and how to prevent and manage it. 😮
［The cause of bronchial stenosis］
Bronchial stenosis, also known as 'bronchial collapse', is a disease that makes it difficult to breathe as the airways of the lungs narrow. ✍
The causes of bronchoconstriction are various, including allergies, infections, respiratory diseases, aging, and stress..
It occurs a lot in small dogs and guillotine dogs, and it can also occur as they gain weight rapidly.
［Symptoms of bronchial stenosis］
The main symptoms of bronchoconstriction are coughing, changes in breathing sound, difficulty breathing, or difficulty in breathing.
Early symptoms of bronchoconstriction include coughing and wheezing, such as goose calls, and then fatigue and shortness of breath as the symptoms progress, similar to when a dog is over-excited.
Bronchial stenosis is divided into four stages based on how narrow the internal space (lumen) of the organ has become.
👇 Stage 4 of bronchial stenosis 👇
Step 1: The lumen narrows by 25%
Cough symptoms appear when you suddenly get excited or exercise excessively while your bronchial tubes are lightly stretched.
Step 2: The lumen narrows by 50%
The original circular organ becomes half flat, and cough symptoms appear in daily life without excessive exercise.
Step 3: The lumen narrows by 75%
Cough symptoms appear even when the organ is lying or sitting without moving much flattened.
Step 4: Very little lumen
The organs are completely flattened, and breathing itself may be difficult, and in serious cases, cyanosis and shock death may occur due to lack of oxygen, so you should visit an animal hospital immediately for treatment.
［How to manage bronchial stenosis］
If you have bronchial stenosis, you can proceed with medication such as cough inhibitors and respiratory treatments, and if you have progressed from stage 3 to stage 4, you can proceed with surgery.
Let's take a look at how to manage daily life that can be combined with the treatment of bronchial stenosis 🧐
👇How to manage bronchial stenosis👇
✔ Adjusting dog's weight
When a dog gains weight, it can compress the bronchial tubes and weaken respiratory function.
If you have a dog with bronchial stenosis, you should pay attention to your weight control.
✔ Wearing a chest strap instead of a leash
As for a dog's collar, the bronchial tubes can be compressed, so if you have bronchial stenosis, it is recommended that you wear a chest strap instead of a leash.
✔ Refrain from excessive exercise
Excessive exercise naturally shortens the dog's breathing.
If you have a dog with bronchial stenosis, it may be difficult for your dog to breathe, so please proceed slowly when taking a walk.
［How to prevent bronchial stenosis］
Finally, let's learn how to prevent bronchial stenosis in dogs.
✅ For dogs with weak bronchial tubes, use a chest strap rather than a usual one.
✅ Dogs with weak bronchial tubes should be able to maintain an appropriate weight.
✅ Avoid high-temperature and humid environments and those that stimulate the respiratory tract such as mold, smoking, and dust.
✅ If your dog has an allergic reaction, please avoid the cause of the allergy.
✅ Make sure you get vaccinated regularly to strengthen your dog's immunity.
So far, we've taken time to find out about dog bronchial stenosis.
So far, bronchial stenosis is said to be a difficult disease to cure. 😥
If you live with a dog with bronchial stenosis, it will be very helpful in case of emergency if you have emergency supplies such as oxygen cans and organ expansion sprays 🧰 in advance for emergency situations such as lack of oxygen and shortness of breath.
I hope today's post was helpful to you guys and I'll come back with a helpful and interesting post next time.