My sick dog...what could it be?

Question

My dog has been coughing and gagging (almost like a fur ball) for the past few months now. It only lasts a few seconds, he never brings anything up; it's usually up to 10 times a day. Just before I found him in the lounge rolling around (like he had an itchy back), but was unresponsive when I called his name, and looked to be in much distress. He's ok now, but panting heavily and continuing to couch/gag. I'm going to take him to the vet tomorrow...any ideas as to what it could be? He's an 11 year old Cavalier King Charles Spaniel.

Answer 1

When this happened with my first cavalier the vet did an x-ray and found that he had an enlarged heart so he was given 2 types of medication  one was lasiks -  If your puppy is given that medication he will pee more.   Brings some questions -  If medication is prescribed ask if you can get it at a pharmacy (walmart etc)  Ask for the generic.

Answer 2

Chances are he has heart disease.Good luck

Answer 3

Your dog's probably got something stuck in his throat. Taking him to the vet is the best bet. Good luck.

Answer 4

gagging can be caused by an infected pharynx (back of the throat) or something stuck in his throat.  The rolling around while being  unresponsive could be a seizure.  

Answer 5

Almost sounds like he had a seizure. If he's hacking or wheezing a lot he could have internal problems. Not sure what it is, but a visit to the vet as you said will reveal it.