What does it mean when your dog snores really loud?

What does it mean when your dog snores really loud?

Blocked nasal passages Like humans, dogs snore because the airflow in nasal passageways or the throat is restricted. This can be perfectly normal and can be caused by something as simple as your dog sleeping on his back. The tongue can drop back towards the throat, blocking the breath from moving easily.

Can you stop a dog from snoring?

To stop a dog from snoring, try adjusting the dog’s position so that it’s lying on its belly with its head and paws straight. You can also put a pillow under its head to straighten its neck and increase air flow.

Should I wake up my snoring dog?

Non-Brachycephalic Dogs If your dog is not brachycephalic, it’s safe to assume his snoring is negatively impacting his sleep quality. Snoring can keep your dog from resting as deeply as he would otherwise, and it may cause him to wake himself up quite a bit.

Why is my dog snoring so loud all of a sudden?

A dog that suddenly starts snoring when they haven’t before may have something causing a blockage in their airway, causing turbulent airflow which makes for noisy breathing and snoring. These obstructions can be anything from something like a grass seed lodged up the nose, through polyps (benign lumps) and abscesses.

How can I stop my dog from snoring so loud?

What Do You Do?

Try an air humidifier.

Get a round bed for your dog to sleep on (the position will expand your buddy’s air passages)

Use a pillow to prop up your sleepy sidekick’s head while he rests.

Switch up the rooms your buddy sleeps in.