Dry coughs, also known as non-productive coughs, are coughs with little to no fluid produced and are often caused by irritation in the upper airway. A dry, hacking cough is commonly seen in dogs with kennel cough and sometimes in dogs with tracheal issues.

There are four main types of coughs that you might hear from your dog: Deep and dry: A deep, dry cough in dogs can be related to dog allergies. In more serious and consistent cases, it could be a sign of chronic bronchitis.

Kennel cough is an infectious disease seen in dogs that causes a dry, hacking, or honking cough. This condition is especially common in dogs that go to dog parks, doggy daycare, or grooming and boarding facilities. Some causes of kennel cough can be prevented with the Bordetella vaccine.