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Lung Flukes in Dogs

Lung Flukes in Dogs
date February 3, 2025
The adult flukes Paragonimus kellicotti and Paragonimus westermani usually live in cysts or bulla, primarily in the lungs of dogs. They also have been found rarely in other organs or the brain. Infection is most common in China, Southeast Asia, and North America. The eggs from the adult flukes pass through the cyst wall, are coughed up, swallowed, and passed in the feces. The life cycle includes severa
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Laryngitis in Dogs
date February 3, 2025
The larynx is the part of the throat often called the “voice box” in humans. Laryngitis is an inflammation of the larynx. It may result from upper respiratory tract infection or by direct irritation from inhalation of dust, smoke or irritating gas, or foreign objects. It can also be caused by the trauma of a breathing tube placed during surgery or excessive vocalization (barking). Laryngitis may accompany infectious tracheobronchitis and distemper in dogs.
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Kennel Cough (Infectious Tracheobronchitis) in Dogs
date February 3, 2025
Kennel cough results from an inflammation of the upper airways. It is fully discussed in this chapter under Tracheobronchitis.
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Emphysema in Dogs
date February 3, 2025
Emphysema is an important disease in humans; however, in other animals it typically occurs as a result of another lung disease. The condition leads to difficulty in expelling air from the lungs, making breathing more difficult. Two major forms of emphysema are generally recognized. Alveolar emphysema is abnormal permanent enlargement and destruction of the alveoli, which are small air sacs deep in the lungs. Interstiti
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Diaphragmatic Hernia in Dogs
date February 3, 2025
The diaphragm is a layer of muscle that extends across the base of the chest. Contraction of the diaphragm causes the lungs to expand and fill with air. A diaphragmatic hernia is a condition in which a break in the diaphragm allows abdominal organs to move into the chest. In dogs, being hit by a car is a common cause of diaphragmatic hernia, although defects of the diaphragm that are present at birth (congenital) may also be a cause. The signs of
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Canine Nasal Mites
date February 3, 2025
The canine nasal mite, also known by the scientific names Pneumonyssoides caninum or Pneumonyssus caninum, has been reported worldwide. All breeds, ages, and sexes of dogs appear to be affected, although one report suggested that dogs older than 3 years of age were affected more often and that large breed dogs had a higher incidence than small breed dogs. The mites live in the nasal passages and sinuse
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Canine Influenza (Flu)
date February 3, 2025
Canine influenza (flu) is caused by the canine influenza virus. Similar to the influenza virus of people, different versions (called strains) of the virus are found. Two strains of the virus have been identified in dogs: H3N8 and H3N2. The virus causes a respiratory infection in affected dogs. Because it is highly contagious, outbreaks are most common when dogs are in close contact with each other, for example at kennels, shelters, and dog parks. The virus is
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Cancers and Tumors of the Lung and Airway in Dogs
date February 3, 2025
The respiratory system can be a host to many different tumors. The following are the more common tumors found in the lungs and airways of dogs.   Tumors of the Nose and Sinuses Tumors of the nose and sinuses account for about 1 to 2% of all canine tumors. The incidence is slightly higher in males and in older dogs. The average age at time of diagnosis is 9.5–10 years of age. In dog
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Bronchitis in Dogs
date February 3, 2025
Bronchitis is an inflammation of the bronchial airways that may extend into the lungs. It is discussed in this chapter as part of tracheobronchitis.
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Allergic Pneumonitis in Dogs
date February 3, 2025
Allergic pneumonitis is an acute or chronic allergic reaction of the lungs and small airways. The lungs “overreact” to the presence of a parasite or other irritant, causing inflammation and a longterm cough. There is often a higher than normal number of white cells called eosinophils in the blood. The underlying cause is rarely determined in these reactions in dogs. Eosinophilic bronchopneumopathy, previously known as PI
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