You can easily spot signs of
tracheal collapse if your dog has problems breathing, coughs and dry heaves when being picked up or when he / she is wearing a collar, wheezes when breathing and avoids physical strain.
Not exact matches
Even
if you take precautions,
tracheal collapse might occur, as it appears to be hereditary in some breeds.
If that barking cough results from
tracheal collapse, it's not so easy to calm.
Without treating the
tracheal collapse (which may not be desireable in an older dog) or respiratory infection
if present, there isn't really much to do.
Tracheal collapse can be prevented by using a harness on your Chihuahua and not pulling on the collar hard
if they have one.
If your veterinarian feels
tracheal collapse is a possibility, he'll order x-rays of the neck and chest.