You might find yourself asking this question – why is my dog sneezing a lot? It’s normal for dogs to sneeze occasionally, similar to how humans do. However, excessive sneezing could indicate a possible health condition. Continue reading to discover everything you need to know about dog sneezing.
Common reasons for dog sneezing
At Pawsdoc, this is one of the most common inquiries. My dog sneezes a lot. What can I do? Before we get into the nitty gritty, here’s a few common reasons:
Foreign objects or irritants
Things like dust, pollen, and other particles can become trapped in a dog’s nose or wind pip. Other items such as smoke, perfumes, or chemicals may also be the reason.
Allergies
Dogs can suffer from seasonal or specific allergies. These are often accompanied by itching, scratching, watery eyes, and nasal discharge. Read more about dog allergies here.
Colds and viruses
Just like people, dogs too can get viruses such as the common cold or others. Things accompanying this can include nasal discharge, coughing, watery eyes, lethargy, fever, or diminished appetite.
Infections
Bacterial and fungal infections in your dog’s sinuses or nasal cavity could make him sneeze.
Tumors
Rarely, a dog sneezing can signal the presence of a tumor in its nose. Find out more about cancer in dogs.
Excitement
Some dogs sneeze because they’re excited or happy to see you. So if your dog sneezes every time they see you, buy them a treat!
What are other symptoms associated with sneezing?
Sneezing can be standalone or come with other symptoms. Some common accompanying symptoms to look out for include but are not limited to the following:
Runny nose
Itching the face region
Watery Eyes
Nasal Discharge