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my 12 year old boxer has been coughing up small amounts of blood at night for the last two nights. What is the likely cause?

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Age: 12; Female; Breed: Boxer

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February 02, 2006 6:50 p.m. (7 minutes and 10 seconds later)

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Coughing blood can be a sign of parasites. However, it is also a sign of Heartworms. There are many reasons a dog can cough, but the blood makes it a bigger concern.

I would go to the vet quickly to have this checked. Whenever anyone or any animal is coughing blood it can be a serious sign of illeness.

Please let me know how you make out.

~Christina

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February 02, 2006 6:58 p.m. (8 minutes and 8 seconds later)

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