Hi there,
Yes, there are treatments available for tracheal collapse, but their effectiveness depends mainly on the severity of the condition and your dog’s overall respiratory health.
Treatment can include medication to reduce coughing and inflammation, alongside measures to help limit breathing difficulties. For some dogs who don’t respond well to medical treatment, specialised procedures, such as fitting a tracheal stent, may be considered by a veterinary team.
A few bits of advice I can give you:
Keep your dog as calm as possible and keep handling to a minimum.
Let them settle into whichever position they find easiest for breathing, without putting pressure on their neck or chest.
When moving them or travelling, use a harness rather than a collar and avoid any pressure on the windpipe.
Make sure the car is well-ventilated, but avoid pointing very cold air directly at their face.
Don’t force-feed them food or water, or give any extra medication unless your vet has told you to.
I’m sending you lots of strength and I hope they can be stabilised quickly.
Fantine ROUQUETTE
This is not a substitute for medical advice – please consult a vet if needed.
