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It
is actually quite normal for dogs and puppies to sneeze, especially...
- After they wake up -
they may sneeze 2 or 3 times.
- They may sneeze due to
a reaction to a dusty environment.
- If they are being
walked or exercised on a surface that is dusty.
- They may react to an
aerosol spray, perfume or household spray.
Serious
Dog Sneezing Problems...
Para
Influenza
- This cold virus is
caused by an airborne bacteria and is extremely contagious.
- Kennel
cough symptoms caused by a
respiratory tract infection can cause irritation, coughing and sneezing.
- Kennel cough is highly
contagious and among other things is caused by Bordatella and Adeno-2
bacteria.
Has
your Pooch Swallowed a Foreign Object...
- Your dog may have
swallowed a foreign object and will need immediate intervention from
your vet to remove the object.
- A common symptom of a
dog having swallowed a foreign object includes, distress, head shaking,
discharge from his nose or mouth and/or bleeding and possible heavy
breathing.
Has
your Dog been Injured...?
- Your dog may have
received a bump on his nose that maybe making him sneeze.
- Check for any bumps,
cuts or swelling and get advice from your vet.
- You dog or puppy may
have a tooth abscess as the root of your dog's tooth leads very close
the nasal passage, this may cause sneezing.
Certain
Breed Characteristics
- Some breeds of dog
have smaller and more compressed nasal cavities that may make them more
prone to sneezing, these include Shih Tzu's, Pugs, other Pekingese,
Bulldog's, and Lhasa Apsos.
We
hope you found our quick guide useful but if you have any concerns it
is always best to get some advice from your vet.
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