2007-02-10 16:26:38 · 10 answers · asked by David O 1 in Pets ➔ Dogs
It sounds like what is called reverse sneezing. It gets its name because the dog rapidly pulls air into his nose, whereas in a 'regular' sneeze, the air is rapidly pushed out through the nose.
If you witness a dog having a reverse sneeze it may seem alarming, but it is not a harmful condition, and there are no ill effects. The dog is completely normal before and after the episode. During a reverse sneeze, the dog will make rapid and long inspirations, stand still, and extend his head. A loud snorting sound is produced, which may make you think the dog has something caught in his nose. A reverse sneezing episode can last for several seconds to a minute. Some claim that an episode can be shortened by closing the dog's nostrils for several seconds with your hand. The cause of a reverse sneeze is unknown.
2007-02-10 16:32:16 · answer #1 · answered by Nette 5 · 3⤊ 0⤋
Asthma is an allergy and is triggered by something. The best non medication treatment for asthma is learning your triggers and avoiding them. Common triggers are smoke, dust, mold, mildew, plants, dust mites, pets and grass/weeds.
If you can not figure our your triggers, you may need to see an allergist and have allergy screening done. This may point out your triggers.
The National Asthma Prevention Program and the Expert Panel of Diagnosis and Management of Asthma both agree if you have to use a prescription inhaler such as albuterol more then two time per week, your asthma is NOT in control and you will need a prescription controller medication.
Controller medications are steroids (Asthmacort Asthmanex, Flovent, Pulmocort), Leukotriene modifier (Singulair, Aculade, Zyflo) or mast cell stabilizers (Cromolyn sodium, Intal, Tilade).
You may want to talk to your doctor about several strong controller medications and maybe Xolair shots.
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2016-05-15 07:04:43 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Have you ever been startled by your dog exhibiting snorting, honking and gasping noises? Have you felt helpless while you watched your canine friend appear to be struggling to breathe?
What you probably witnessed is the condition in dogs known as reverse sneezing. It actually has nothing to do with sneezing, but is a spasm caused by an irritation of the soft palate. The soft palate is a soft, fleshy tissue extension off the hard palate, or roof of the mouth. Small dogs in particular can exhibit this behavior and certain breeds may be predisposed to it. It has sent many a distraught owner to the vet in panic.
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.
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2007-02-10 16:33:41 · answer #3 · answered by none 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
My doxy (one dog out of 6 dogs that I have owned ) has the same problem. My other dogs have never exhibited it. The vet said it was reverse hiccups but I'm skeptical. Sometimes my dog seems uncomfortable and I certainly don't like the sound of it so I massage his throat and pat him on the back. It seems to come when he is really excited - like when he is being given a meal, but he has also had it in the middle of the night (probably when he was having some kind of exciting dream). Anyhow it only lasts a few seconds if I do the pat and massage routine and just try to relax him. He seems grateful. Good luck!
2007-02-10 16:34:19 · answer #4 · answered by purple cow 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
He may have a small air way. I have a schnoodle that sounds that way sometimes during the winter when the air is dry. I also have a golden retriever/Terrier mix that has allergies and makes this horrible sounding breathing noise. The vet said that it is called a reverse sneeze(pulling air in instead of out). I encourage both dogs to have a drink of water which seems to help and the vet said that I could give them one childs allergy pill.
2007-02-10 16:39:42 · answer #5 · answered by platinumlady 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
It was probably something called a "reverse sneeze", it's a very loud snorty sound, usually it happens in fits. It can be caused by something as simple as breathing in some dust. Not a big deal.
Was this it?
http://www.ahrdvm.com/education/videos/reversesneeze.htm
2007-02-10 16:32:32 · answer #6 · answered by lizzy 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Poodles and other small dogs like Yorkies sometimes have problems with their tracheas. My Yorkie used to scare me to death with his. What helped him was for me to soothe him verbally and just keep him calm. Have your vet examine him and give you more information. This can be fatal or just a minor complaint.
2007-02-10 16:34:12 · answer #7 · answered by Santal 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
its called a collapsed trachia alot of small dogs that happens to specially if they are older.
2007-02-10 16:30:28 · answer #8 · answered by RYAN G 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Go with Nette, it is exactly what my vet informed me on my two Boston terriers, she nailed it.
2007-02-10 16:41:35 · answer #9 · answered by roadturtle69 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
A Hairball. Have you been feeding it popcorn?
2007-02-10 16:31:30 · answer #10 · answered by jasper creme 1 · 0⤊ 1⤋