Breathing Problems

When at rest or around the house, a pet’s normal breathing rate is between 10 to 30 breaths per minute. Faster breathing suggests anxiety, fever, pain, or a serious health issue. If your pet appears to have rapid breathing or labored breathing, we advise against trying to manage the situation on your own and recommend seeking veterinary care immediately.

Symptoms of breathing problems: 

  • Coughing
  • Exercise intolerance
  • Eye discharge
  • Excessive and labored/forced breathing
  • Loss of appetite
  • Nasal discharge
  • Rapid breathing
  • Shallow breathing
  • Sneezing
  • Snorting

If you have any questions about breathing irregularities in pets please contact our veterinary office.

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