Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease in a dog.

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease was diagnosed in a 3-year-old Basset Hound that was referred to the hospital because of respiratory distress. Results of radiography, bronchoscopy, and pulmonary function tests indicated lung hyperinflation, airflow restriction, and loss of elastic recoil of the lungs. Because of the poor response to treatment, the dog was euthanatized. Postmortem findings revealed emphysema, bronchiectasis, and bronchitis, which comprise chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.