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Kennel cough (infectious tracheobronchitis) is actually a blanket term. There are a couple of different pathogens that can cause the symptoms, both viral and bacterial. If viral, the antibiotics can help by dealing with any opportunistic bacteria.
To increase water intake you can add water to kibble and allow it to absorb before offering it to your dog. Keep in mind that moistened food should not be left out at room temperature for long, so if your dog is a grazer, this may not be the best option. Wet food can also have extra water added, making it more of a slurry. You can try adding a bit of low sodium broth to some water to make it a bit more enticing, or offer tuna water.
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