Dog Reverse Sneeze
Posted on 10. Dec, 2009 by Katie in Dog Health Videos
Dog Reverse or Inverted Sneeze is common in dogs. Although it can look disturbing, this condition isn’t harmful to your dog at all. During regular sneezing, air is pushed out rapidly through the nose. In a reverse sneeze, air is pulled in through the nose rapidly. This prompts your dog to make a loud snorting sound which makes you wrongfully think your dog may be suffocating. These episodes are usually short, lasting for just one or two minutes. Reverse sneezing in dogs is brought on when the soft palate and throat becomes becomes irritated and causes a spasm. The exact reason for this is usually unknown. However, the cause may be due to various reasons. Common reasons include allergies, nasal inflammation, mites, viruses, and foreign bodies. As mentioned earlier, dog reverse sneezing is relatively common and usually nothing to worry about. However, there are a few symptoms that sometimes accompany this condition that you should be aware of. These symptoms include nasal discharge, bloody nose, lethargy, decreased appetite, and breathing difficulty. These signs indicate that there may be something seriously wrong with your dog, if your dog has any of these take him to the vet to get checked out.
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