Health & WellbeingOur dog Alfie was boarded last weekend and now has kennel cough. He doesn't cough much but can hear the mucus in his throat. He has had a lot of yellow discharge mostly after sleep in his eyes which doc told us to give Benadryl. Also, yellow/green
Alfie is displaying classic signs of an upper respiratory infection (aka kennel cough). These can often be due to a viral infection, so that is likely why the vet has prescribed the benadryl; they are treating conservatively. The benadryl will help make Alfie feel better, but will also make him tired. However, it appears the infection has gotten worse and I would be prescribing antibiotics at this time. They do tend to feel crummy (much like we do when we have a cold), but rest assured, this is not an emergency and no need to rush off to the emergency vet. You can see your vet at a regular appointment time in the next day or two and they will advise on additional medication. I hope that helps and Alfie feels better soon.
Updated on September 24th, 2025