What is a canine tracheal collapse? How to treat it?

Tracheal collapse is more likely to occur in small dogs, such as Pomeranian, Chihuahua and Malzis.

1. What is a canine tracheal collapse? The tracheal stenosis caused by the tracheal collapse is collectively called tracheal collapse.

2. Causes of tracheal collapse in dogs

Some breeds of dogs are prone to collapse due to abnormal tracheal cartilage structure, and the tracheal lumen is relatively narrow. In addition, dogs who are obese or have chronic respiratory diseases are also prone to tracheal collapse.

3. Clinical symptoms of tracheal collapse in dogs

dyspnea and goose-like cough sometimes experience severe collapse, causing hypoxia and shock to the dog.

4. Diagnostic methods for tracheal collapse in dogs

can be diagnosed through two methods.

1. Chest X-ray: During shooting, it is divided into two ways: inhaling and exhaling. Inhalation: When inhaling, it is easier to diagnose the problem of tracheal collapse in the neck. Exhale: When exhale, it is easier to diagnose the problem of tracheal collapse in the chest cavity.

2. Tracheal flushing: Tracheal endoscopy and cytology examination can further understand the possible causes.

5. Treatment methods for tracheal collapse in dogs

can use tracheal dilators, and in severe cases, it is necessary to reconstruct the trachea surgically. Long-term tracheal collapse can easily cause heart disease, so regular heart examinations should be performed. The owner should learn CPR and prepare a bottle of oxygen for emergency use.

This disease is common in small dogs, such as VIP, Pomeranian, Chihuahua and Malzis. As long as the weight is properly controlled, a considerable proportion of cases can be well controlled.