Initially
the infective organisms colonize and irritate the lining
of the upper
respiratory tract. Coughing, sneezing and retching, often
accompanied by
a nasal discharge, are the common clinical signs of canine
cough.
The cough is usually described as a deep, hacking cough
and can be quite
persistent, many times keeping both you and your dog awake
all night.
In some cases, dogs may run a fever, have a decreased appetite,
and
demonstrate signs of depression.
These clinical signs can
last from a few days to several weeks depending
on the severity of the disease.
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