Veterinarians advising pet owners to keep their animals inside during these hazardous, smoky conditions. "Dogs really shouldn ...

Why is my cat suddenly coughing? When cats cough or gag, many owners become very concerned. Often, the cause seems obvious—but first impressions can be misleading. PETBOOK explains what triggers might ...

Emphysema causes a chronic, hacking cough that often feels tight and uncomfortable due to inflammation and mucus buildup in the airways. The cough may sound dry or wheezy and can be accompanied by ...

The cough can last so long that pertussis is sometimes called the "100-day cough." It can also cause exhaustion and vomiting, which is one of the most common symptoms reported in adults. One study ...

Whooping cough, medically known as pertussis, is a highly contagious bacterial infection that affects the airways. It gets its common name from the “whoop” sound that some infected children make when ...

Sneezing or coughing in cats can quickly raise concern among pet owners. While an occasional sneeze is generally considered normal, persistent sneezing or repeated coughing can prompt many people to ...