Dogs, unfortunately, can also end up catching a cold. A sudden change in temperature can be enough to make you sneeze and / or cough for several days, until your immune system manages to defeat the virus. During that time it is important that you are protected against drafts, for example, putting on a coat.
But how do you know they have colds? Then we tell you what are the symptoms of a cold in dogs.
The symptoms are very similar to those that we humans have, since they are:
- Sneezing: they do it several times a day.
- Cough: When the body is fighting against microorganisms, it tries by all means to eliminate them ... or to expel them. Therefore, the animal can cough frequently.
- Abundant nasal secretions: If you see that his nose is wetter than normal, or that he secretes somewhat solid mucus, it is most likely that he has constipated. Of course, if you see that there are traces of blood, take him to the vet as soon as possible as it could be a much more serious disease.
- Crying eyesDepending on the severity, they may have more eye discharge than normal.
- General discomfort: they will be apathetic, unwilling to play, sad. They may not want to eat as much; if so, it is highly recommended to give it natural meat or good quality wet feed (without grains or by-products) since it is a more fragrant food.
- Headache: It is very difficult to identify this symptom in dogs, but if you see that it moves away from the noise, that it keeps its eyes almost totally closed, and that it lies in areas where the sunlight does not reach, it is likely that it will feel pain in the head .
- Fever: in more serious cases, dogs may present a few tenths of fever.
To help you improve provide a safe and quiet place, where you can have food and water nearby. If he doesn't eat, you can make chicken broth (boneless) for him, as it's better to chew. And if it's very cold or it's raining, don't take him out for a walkas it could get worse.
If 3-4 days pass and it remains the same, or if it worsens, do not hesitate to take him to the vet.