Free 14-page eBook

When Every Breath Counts

A Pet Parent's guide to collapsed trachea in dogs — what it is, how it's treated, and how to prepare for the moments that matter most.

  • The 4 grades of collapse explained in plain English
  • 7 warning signs every Pet Parent should know
  • 10 questions to ask your vet at your next appointment
  • Medical, surgical, and at-home treatment options
  • When supplemental oxygen helps — and when it doesn't
What's inside

Nine short chapters. No jargon. Everything you need.

Written for Pet Parents who don't have time for a textbook, and informed by guidance from Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine and the American College of Veterinary Surgeons.
Chapter 01

What is a collapsed trachea?

Anatomy in plain English and the four grades of collapse.

Chapter 02

Is your dog at risk?

Breeds, ages, and risk factors that matter most.

Chapter 03

The 7 signs to watch for

Including which are emergencies — and which can wait until morning.

Chapter 04

Getting a diagnosis

What tests to expect, plus 10 questions to ask your vet.

Chapter 05

Treatment options

Medications, lifestyle changes, and when surgery enters the picture.

Chapter 06

Day-to-day care

The daily checklist and how to calm a coughing fit in real time.

Chapter 07

When oxygen helps

Three specific moments where home oxygen earns its place.

Chapter 08

Real Pet Parent stories

How four families navigated this diagnosis.

Chapter 09

The Rescue Oxygen Kit

What's inside, who it's for, and how to use it in under 60 seconds.

A preview

14 pages, designed to be useful — not overwhelming.

Every chapter is short enough to read while you wait at the vet's office, and structured so you can jump straight to the answer you need. No login. No paywall. Just a PDF for your phone, tablet, or printer.

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What pet parents are saying

Hannah & Daisy Jones

""When she gets into coughing fits, I put on her oxygen mask and it immediately calms her down. She squints her eyes and looks happy and peaceful.""

Hannah & Daisy Jones, Partially collapsed trachea

Seth & family

""Collapsed trachea can be an unpredictable condition. He has more energy after using it, and we're comforted to know that if he has another episode, we can immediately help him.""

Seth & family, Post-stent surgery

Katelyn & Baci

""I ordered the Pawprint Oxygen for my 13-year-old Yorkie who suffers from collapsed trachea. It gives me peace of mind knowing we have it in case of an emergency.""

Katelyn & Baci, Senior dog with collapsed trachea

Going further than the basics

Built for the moments your dog needs you most.

The Pawprint Dog Rescue Oxygen Kit is one of the most common tools Pet Parents reach for when managing collapsed trachea. It's portable, prescription-free, and designed to be set up in under a minute. Whether you're calming a coughing fit at home, stabilizing your dog on the drive to the ER, or just want peace of mind for a high-risk pup, it's ready when you are.

What a good kit looks like
Sizing Weight-matched options
Oxygen purity 99%
Shelf life 2-year guarantee
Setup time Under 60 seconds
Prescription Not required

An exclusive reader discount is unlocked inside the guide.

Got questions?

Questions Pet Parents ask before downloading

No, there's no cure — but most dogs respond well to medical management and many live long, comfortable lives. Surgical options exist for severe cases that don't respond to medication.
The hallmark sign is a dry, harsh, "goose-honking" cough, often triggered by excitement, drinking water, exercise, or pressure on the neck.
Small and toy breeds — especially Yorkshire Terriers, Pomeranians, Toy Poodles, Chihuahuas, Maltese, Shih Tzus, Pugs, and Lhasa Apsos. It typically shows up in middle-aged or older dogs.
No. The Dog Rescue Oxygen Kit ships over the counter. (Our long-term medical-grade oxygen concentrators do require a prescription.)
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