She is a medium sized dog. She keeps sneezing. Everytime she sneezes bloody mucus comes out. Then, she had a nose bleed. Blood was poring out of her nose. That night we took her to the vet.They washed out her nose and made sure there was nothing in there. $1000 later, they said nothing was wrong. Gave her some meds and nose drops. It's been two weeks since the vet visit and two months since this started. There has been no significant chages. We keep consulting the vet, but they just keep saying nothing is wrong. She keep sneezing and bleeding! I want to help my poor dog. Any suggestions?
2007-01-23 05:43:05 · 8 answers · asked by ecogrl23 2 in Pets ➔ Dogs
Dogs like any animal can burst a blood vessle in the nose (and there is a plentiful supply of blood to a dogs nose!)
a website that may help u
http://www.marvistavet.com/html/body_epistaxis__the_bloody_nose.html
Nasal Mites
Nasal mites are a common but rarely diagnosed mite that infects the nasal passages of dogs and wild canines. The scientific name for nasal mites is Pneumonyssoides caninum.
What are the symptoms of a nasal mite infestation?
Infestation with this mite usually does not cause any serious symptoms, however, some dogs may develop a heavy infection and will suffer from bouts of sneezing or nose bleeds. Other dogs may develop a chronic nasal discharge from the infection.
How is a nasal mite infestation diagnosed?
The mite lives inside the nasal passages, but some mites will travel to the outer edges of the nostril. A healthy dog becomes infected when it has nose-to-nose contact with an infected dog. If the infection causes symptoms, the mite can be identified by taking a swab of the nasal passage and applying it to a microscope slide. There are usually a large number of mites visible on the slide if an active infection is present.
How is a nasal mite infestation treated and prevented?
Treatment is very straightforward and consists of administering oral ivermectin. This is an off-label use of ivermectin in dogs, and the drug must be administered by or under the direct recommendation of a veterinarian. Prevention includes keeping your dog out of contact with infected or stray dogs.
Can I get nasal mites from my dog?
No. Pneumonyssoides caninum only infests dogs.
Summary
Infestation with this mite is not frequently diagnosed, but should be considered as a cause of chronic sneezing, nosebleeds, or nasal discharge in dogs. Fortunately, if it is suspected, it is easily diagnosed and treated.
it can be a number of things, i would go to a differant vet that is willing to help your dog. nose bleeds are a symptom of something but not always serious.
mention nose mites to the vet u go to and see if they will check for them
2007-01-23 07:02:34 · answer #1 · answered by badgirl41 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Dog Nose Bleed Sneezing
2016-11-07 11:19:52 · answer #2 · answered by nichols 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It could be as bad is internal bleeding or just a simple nose bleed. I would take her to the vet. I had to put my dog down a few months ago and I was so sad but I knew that she would no longer be in any pain. and This boxer could be in pain. Have her looked at.
2016-03-28 22:55:14 · answer #3 · answered by Karen 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Your dog still has a foreign body up her nose. Take her to another vet. Dogs sinuses are quite large and deep. Some vets do not have a flexible scope to look far enough up her nose to find it and I think your vet may have just looked with a nasal speculum.
A specialty veterinary surgical practice will have the right instruments to be able to explore the entire sinus.
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2007-01-23 06:11:53 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
Try a humidifier. The dry air in your house this time of year can dry out your dog's nose as well causing it to be more suseptible to nose bleeds. Just like our noses! I try and dry a lot of my laundry inside this time of year (especially towels). This not only saves on energy but also adds humidity to the air. Aren't vets expensive...I think I paid for my vet's new hospital! Good luck. Hope this helps.
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2007-01-23 05:52:37 · answer #5 · answered by hugsnkisses 2 · 0⤊ 2⤋
Take her to another vet. In the meantime, use a humidifer to put more moisture in the air. I also get sneezes and nosebleeds dring the winter. Did your vet check for possible allergies?
2007-01-23 05:58:45 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 2⤋
I would go to a different vet.
2007-01-23 05:49:22 · answer #7 · answered by Shadow's Melon 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I had a dog that use to do something similar when my father smoked. He quit and she stopped. Maybe she's allergic to something.
2007-01-23 06:00:35 · answer #8 · answered by megan nichole 3 · 0⤊ 2⤋