What are the absolute emergency steps I need to take right now because my dog is coughing two days after coming home from a boarding facility
Fan-out diagram
Seed → topic clusters → sub-queries, per model.
Badge and edge weight = share of passes that produced the query. Hover a query for its intent and routing format.
Query classes
Google's semantic query class for every sub-query: what kind of answer each search is after, simulated vs real.
Classes come from the query-classifier (a local Laya model). 36 queries are still being classified.
What the models actually searched
Each model answered the query with its own web search. These are the searches it ran, matched to the closest simulated query.
- Recognizing and responding to canine respiratory distress | Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine · vet.cornell.edu
- Canine infectious respiratory disease complex (Kennel cough) · avma.org
- Canine respiratory disease outbreaks | Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine · vet.cornell.edu
Semantic map
Every query placed by meaning (EmbeddingGemma 2, 256-d). Shaded regions are topics, nearby points are near-paraphrases, and a circle's size is how often the query came back.
Queries
| Query / type | Search | Intent | Query class | Routing format | Cluster | Freq ↓ | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
emergency steps dog coughing boarding facility REFORMULATION | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The user wants immediate instructions on what to do for a coughing dog post-boarding. | — | how_to_steps | post boarding cough symptoms | 1x of 3 | |
dog coughing emergency steps boarding kennel cough REFORMULATION | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | Find immediate first-aid or triage steps for a dog with a sudden cough after boarding. | — | how_to_steps | post boarding cough symptoms | 1x of 3 | |
dog coughing after boarding emergency signs REFORMULATION | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | Identify critical warning signs that require immediate emergency vet care when a dog has a cough following a boarding stay. | — | how_to_steps | post boarding cough symptoms | 1x of 3 | |
when is a dog cough an emergency RELATED | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The user wants to know the critical red flags that differentiate a mild cough from a life-threatening emergency. | — | checklist | veterinary emergency criteria | 1x of 3 | |
when is a dog cough a true veterinary emergency RELATED | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | Understand the critical red flag symptoms that distinguish a normal cough from a life-threatening emergency. | — | checklist | veterinary emergency criteria | 1x of 3 | |
kennel cough symptoms vs pneumonia in dogs COMPARATIVE | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | Understand the difference between mild kennel cough and severe secondary pneumonia following a kennel stay. | — | comparison_table | kennel cough vs pneumonia | 1x of 3 | |
dog coughing and hacking after boarding kennel cough symptoms IMPLICIT | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The user is implicitly asking if their dog has kennel cough based on the timeline and symptoms. | — | web_article | post boarding cough symptoms | 1x of 3 | |
can kennel cough kill a dog quickly IMPLICIT | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | Address the underlying fear of mortality related to respiratory infections contracted at boarding facilities. | — | web_article | kennel cough mortality risk | 1x of 3 | |
my dog is making a honking cough sound after boarding IMPLICIT | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | Determine if a specific 'honking' cough sound indicates infectious tracheobronchitis. | — | web_article | post boarding cough symptoms | 1x of 3 | |
kennel cough vs canine flu symptoms comparison COMPARATIVE | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The user wants to compare common post-boarding respiratory illnesses to understand potential severity. | — | comparison_table | kennel cough vs pneumonia | 1x of 3 | |
kennel cough vs canine influenza symptoms COMPARATIVE | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | Compare common boarding facility illnesses to gauge the potential severity of the dog's condition. | — | comparison_table | kennel cough vs pneumonia | 1x of 3 | |
can kennel cough kill a dog RELATED | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | Assess the mortality risk and potential severity of the illness acquired at boarding. | — | faq_page | kennel cough mortality risk | 1x of 3 | |
bordetella virus canine influenza parainfluenza dog respiratory pathogens ENTITY EXPANSION | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The user needs to learn about the specific pathogens commonly contracted at boarding facilities. | — | glossary/definition | canine respiratory complex overview | 1x of 3 | |
bordetella virus canine infectious respiratory disease complex ENTITY EXPANSION | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | Learn about the specific medical entities and pathogens responsible for post-boarding coughs. | — | glossary/definition | canine respiratory complex overview | 1x of 3 | |
canine infectious respiratory disease complex treatment ENTITY EXPANSION | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | Learn the broader medical terminology and veterinary treatments for boarding-related respiratory outbreaks. | — | pdf_whitepaper | canine respiratory complex overview | 1x of 3 | |
what to do if my senior dog starts coughing after boarding PERSONALIZED | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The user is considering the higher vulnerability of older dogs to respiratory infections. | — | faq_page | post boarding cough symptoms | 1x of 3 | |
what to do while waiting for vet open dog coughing PERSONALIZED | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | Find immediate palliative care steps at home before reaching a veterinary clinic. | — | how_to_steps | veterinary emergency criteria | 1x of 3 | |
what to do if dog has trouble breathing emergency checklist PERSONALIZED | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | Find an actionable checklist to verify if respiratory distress constitutes a life-threatening emergency. | — | checklist | veterinary emergency criteria | 1x of 3 | |
how to soothe a dog coughing at night home remedies REFORMULATION | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The user wants immediate temporary relief methods for the dog's cough before seeing a vet. | — | how_to_steps | home remedies for coughing | 1x of 3 | |
dog hacking cough gagging white foam after boarding REFORMULATION | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | Identify specific classic symptoms of kennel cough such as productive hacking and white foam. | — | web_article | post boarding cough symptoms | 1x of 3 | |
when to rush coughing dog to ER vet REFORMULATION | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | Find clear thresholds for transitioning from monitoring at home to immediate emergency room visit. | — | web_article | veterinary emergency criteria | 1x of 3 | |
dog blue gums difficulty breathing emergency vet RELATED | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The user needs to identify extreme respiratory distress signs requiring 24/7 emergency care. | — | checklist | cyanosis and respiratory distress | 1x of 3 | |
are board and train facilities liable for kennel cough RELATED | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | Explore the responsibility and policies of boarding facilities when dogs fall ill. | — | faq_page | boarding facility accountability and in… | 1x of 3 | |
dog hacking cough blue gums emergency IMPLICIT | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | Check if cyanosis or blue gums accompanying a cough means oxygen deprivation. | — | how_to_steps | cyanosis and respiratory distress | 1x of 3 | |
contagious dog cough incubation period boarding IMPLICIT | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The user is wondering if a two-day timeline aligns with typical exposure at a kennel. | — | web_article | boarding facility accountability and in… | 1x of 3 | |
how long after boarding does kennel cough show up IMPLICIT | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | Confirm the incubation period to verify if the illness was definitely contracted at the boarding kennel. | — | web_article | boarding facility accountability and in… | 1x of 3 | |
bordetella vaccine side effects vs actual infection COMPARATIVE | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | Determine if the cough is a mild side effect from a recent boarding vaccine or an active infection. | — | faq_page | canine respiratory complex overview | 1x of 3 | |
mild kennel cough vs severe pneumonia in dogs COMPARATIVE | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The user wants to know how to tell if a simple cough has progressed into dangerous pneumonia. | — | comparison_table | kennel cough vs pneumonia | 1x of 3 | |
dog respiratory infection home remedies honey humidifier ENTITY EXPANSION | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | Find safe natural soothing methods like honey or steam for a coughing dog. | — | checklist | home remedies for coughing | 1x of 3 | |
home care for dog with mild kennel cough RELATED | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | Find supportive home remedies and comfort measures while waiting to see a vet. | — | how_to_steps | home remedies for coughing | 1x of 3 | |
canine infectious respiratory disease complex cirdc overview ENTITY EXPANSION | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The user wants the official medical umbrella term for multi-pathogen kennel infections. | — | pdf_whitepaper | canine respiratory complex overview | 1x of 3 | |
emergency vet open now near me RELATED | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | Locate immediate physical veterinary emergency services available at all hours. | — | map/local_pack | veterinary emergency criteria | 1x of 3 | |
canine tracheobronchitis contagious to other dogs ENTITY EXPANSION | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | Understand isolation protocols if other pets live in the same household. | — | web_article | canine respiratory complex overview | 1x of 3 | |
dog reverse sneezing vs true cough kennel cough COMPARATIVE | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | Differentiate harmless reverse sneezing episodes from dangerous pathological coughing. | — | forum/qna | kennel cough vs pneumonia | 1x of 3 | |
what to tell the vet when calling about a boarding facility cough PERSONALIZED | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The user wants guidance on how to effectively communicate symptoms and history to a veterinarian. | — | faq_page | boarding facility accountability and in… | 1x of 3 | |
blue lips or gums dog breathing difficulty emergency REFORMULATION | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | Identify catastrophic cyanosis and oxygen deprivation signs requiring immediate CPR or ER transport. | — | checklist | cyanosis and respiratory distress | 1x of 3 |
Passes
Does another pass still surface new queries? A flattening curve means the fan-out has stabilised.
| Model | Pass | Target | Generated | Seconds | Tokens (in / out) | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| gemini-3.5-flash-lite | 1 | 12 | 12 | — | 927 / 1,428 | |
| gemini-3.5-flash-lite | 2 | 12 | 12 | — | 927 / 1,400 | |
| gemini-3.5-flash-lite | 3 | 12 | 12 | — | 927 / 1,381 |