My dog had teeth extracted, now coughing & struggling to breathe. ER?

Eddie's trachea could be irritated from the ET tube used during the dental procedure. Keep a close eye on him, and if this continues over the next 24 hours or he has trouble breathing, take him into a vet immediately. Best of luck.

Having the dental disease addressed is a great thing to do because it can lead to other health problems in the future. Tracheal irritation from the tube is common and generally short lived and mild. Pancreatitis can causes a decreased appetite and lethargy with vomiting or diarrhea. It is unlikely related to the dental. Most cases do require IV fluids and supportive care and it can be a slow recovery but most do fine with the treatment

Hi. Yes it is normal to havevsime coughing or irritation there after an endotraceal tube is used. If it continues beyond 3-5 days, or if there are also other signs, I would call your veterinarian first thing in the morning.

Poor girl. It is not normal for a pet to have continuous vomiting and lack of appetite post dental extractions. If she was sent home with an NSAID to take that helps with pain and inflammation, then that could be the underlying cause of her symptoms. This would be considered an adverse reaction to the medication. If she seems like she can't control her vomiting and is very unstable, then yes an ER visit may be best for her. At the very least she needs to be seen within the next 12 hrs if possible, to get her treatment to stop the vomiting and help settle her stomach. Best wishes and I hope that Leeloo feels better soon.

Your dog needs to be seen by a vet for diagnosis and treatment of this condition, if you have not already done this. If your dog needs a dental cleaning and/or extractions and is healthy enough for anesthesia, this will be the best help for her. Bad teeth and gums harbor loads of bacteria, as they swallow, these bacteria flood the rest of the body and will cause a number of health problems, the most concerning and critical of which is heart disease, called vegetative endocarditis. Bacterial infections in other locations of the body, such as the mouth (periodontal disease), the bones, the prostate or uterus, the kidneys, the intestines, or the skin, including abscesses and bite wounds may all be associated with the development of heart valve infection and inflammation. Invasive diagnostic or surgical procedures that force bacteria into the bloodstream, immunosuppressive drugs or treatments, and cancer also increase the risk of developing endocarditis. Most of the clinical signs are associated with left-sided congestive heart failure: coughing, difficulty breathing, exercise intolerance, and lethargy. Many dogs will develop a heart murmur as the condition progresses. High systolic blood pressure is diagnosed in many dogs with endocarditis. In the acute state, while the infection is active, a low-grade fever, general malaise and a history of infection, often in the mouth, is noted. In the acute stages of endocarditis, antibiotics are indicated and are commonly prescribed but they will not reverse the damage to the valves. Once valvular insufficiency and congestive heart failure develop, treatment is focused on treating the irreversible heart disease and the associated clinical signs. Because the condition is irreversible, prevention is essential. Routine oral care including thorough cleaning and polishing by your veterinarian and proper home care in the form of brushing and rinsing is one of the best defenses against endocarditis.

While drainage is normal post-surgery, heavy breathing, discomfort, or excessive pain, especially while already on medications, are not. If Bailey is in severe distress or is turning blue or pale, or is panting heavily, it would be best to bring her into emergency care ASAP. If she seems stable, but is in discomfort or painful, contacting your vet to bring her in is also a good idea.

Thank you for contacting Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach with your question about Bindi. Poor girl, I'm concerned about the amount she is breathing (breaths per minute) and the wheezing. Breathing issues can quickly become serious and life threatening, so I think it is best she sees a vet now. Please take her into an ER vet now. Best of luck.