What Are the Treatments for Reverse Sneezing in a Dog?
Short-muzzled and small dogs have increased rates of reverse sneezing. shit-tzu… image by sophie roussel-loriot from Fotolia.com Reverse sneezing is another name for paroxysmal respiration or pharyngeal gag reflex. According to VetInfo, the dog may seem to have issues breathing and make a snorting sound as if trying to inhale instead of exhale the sneeze. Often the dog will extend its neck, its eyes may bulge and the chest expand. The cause of the reverse sneeze is a spasm caused by irritation to the soft palate and throat, according to VetInfo. Dogs with short muzzles, such as pugs, bulldogs and shih tzus, have the condition more often than other breeds and there may be genetic factors. The problem can begin at any age or a dog may have the condition its entire life. Usually the cause is unknown. Distract the Dog or Instigate Swallowing Observe the dog while the reverse sneezing is occurring. Chart the times and duration. If the dog appears normal before and after the event, the dur
