my dog seems like he has some mucus in his throat, and every time he makes this sound i know he is trying to get rid of the mucus but every time he tries...nothing come out. the mucus stays in his mouth and he just had to swallow it back down. and now his mouth is gotten watery. he is not drooling or anything but i think it is because of the mucus that made his mouth watery than before. so, does any one here know what i can do to help him get rid of his mucus or make his mouth less watery.
2006-08-08 19:42:03 · 13 answers · asked by luv ellell 3 in Pets ➔ Dogs
my dog also pulls a lot on his leash when we walk him. he does it every single time i would say.
2006-08-08 20:51:56 · update #1
If your dog is exhibiting snorting, honking and gasping noises, it might be the condition known as reverse sneezing..If he is a toy or small breed, this is common>
Some animals can have this condition for their entire lives, or it may develop as the dog ages. During the spasm, the dog will usually turn her elbows outward and extend her neck while gasping inwards with a distinctive snorting sound. Gently massaging the throat area or pinching the dog's nostrils shut so she must breath through her mouth can help shorten the episode. Sometimes taking the dog outside in the fresh air stops the spasm. Once the attack ceases, all goes back to normal.
(Another technique sometimes used to stop a bout of canine reverse sneezing: behavior specialist Sarah Wilson suggests trying to get the dog to swallow, touching the back of the tongue if that is safe.)
It is thought that the pharyngeal spasm can be caused by a number of irritants, including dust and pollen, or household chemicals. Moreover, some dogs can launch an episode after eating, drinking or running around, or while pulling on the leash.
If your dog experiences this behavior fairly frequently and the episodes are severe, a trip to the vet is in order to determine other possible causes, which can include viral infections, polyps, excessive soft palate tissue, and nasal mites. However, many cases of reverse sneezing appear to have no identifiable cause.
If those are not the symptoms, but he is indeed trying to get something out..He may need to vomit.. If he is in real distress, you might induce vomiting>
To induce vomiting, give orally, one teaspoon of Syrup of Ipecac, or two teaspoons of Hydrogen Peroxide. In a desperate pinch, a teaspoon of table salt in small amount of water will also have the correct effect.
2006-08-08 20:04:30 · answer #1 · answered by Chetco 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Licking the bottoms of the paws is a common symptom of INHALANT allergies, generally caused by pollen, dust, molds, etc. (same as for people). If the only symptom is the paw licking, I wouldn't worry too much about it. If she is also scratching excessively and seems miserable, see a vet. Paw licking can be a boredom or nervous issue, too. You could try giving her something else to do, such as working on a stuffed Kong, a huge bone to gnaw, a safe dog chew treat... and also look for ways to exercise her body (by RUNNING, not walking) and her brain (by training) each day. These simple things can make a world of difference in improving a dog's life as most dogs are terminally bored.
2016-03-27 04:50:56 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Get him to the vet for the mucous problem. It could be something serious with his lungs.
Then go to Petco or Petsmart and get a Four Paws No-Pull trainer harness! That keeps the pressure off his throat and makes your walks a lot more comfortable!
2006-08-09 05:35:03 · answer #3 · answered by Danger, Will Robinson! 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Your dog probably ate something that he shouldn't have. The excess drooling and hacking are just his bodies way of trying to expel the object. . Or he had something poisonous. . get him to a vet either way
2006-08-08 19:45:58 · answer #4 · answered by kimberly b 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Your dog needs the attention of a vet. ! He is in obvious distress,and needs to be examined to determine the cause of this problem!!!!
2006-08-09 01:02:37 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You need to take that dog to a vet.
2006-08-08 19:47:31 · answer #6 · answered by scruffycat 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
mine started that too , allergies was our problem, what kind of dog is it, just watch him if is doesn't go away ina week or so call the vet
2006-08-08 19:46:52 · answer #7 · answered by jennaslab 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
try brushing his mouth with doggy tooth paste and clean his togue ...you should see a vet though could be something serious !
2006-08-08 19:46:17 · answer #8 · answered by lil_pinkmartian 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
there can be many reasons, you need to take him to a vet
2006-08-08 20:02:40 · answer #9 · answered by snowwings 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
ask a vet
2006-08-08 19:45:29 · answer #10 · answered by Neil G 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋