How to treat a collapsed trachea in dog?

Most cases of tracheal collapse are treated with cough suppressants, bronchodilators, corticosteroids (to control inflammation), and/or antibiotics. In obese patients, weight loss helps decrease respiratory effort. read more

Tracheal collapse is a common cause of airway obstruction in dogs. The trachea, or “windpipe,” is a tube made up of sturdy rings of cartilage through which air is transported to and from the lungs. read more

Tracheal collapse is often suspected in toy breed dogs who present with a telltale cough, but tests are required for a definitive diagnosis. Chest X-rays are used to determine whether the collapse is located in the throat (cervical) portion of the trachea or within the chest (intra-thoracic) area of the windpipe. read more

Tracheal collapse (also known as collapsed trachea or collapsing trachea) is the narrowing of the windpipe that prevents the dog from getting enough oxygen and from getting rid of heat effectively. The disease is caused by a defect in the cartilage rings that support the windpipe. read more