{"id":12441,"date":"2022-03-25T10:51:33","date_gmt":"2022-03-25T10:51:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/which-dog-breeds-snore-the-most\/"},"modified":"2022-03-25T10:51:33","modified_gmt":"2022-03-25T10:51:33","slug":"which-dog-breeds-snore-the-most","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/which-dog-breeds-snore-the-most\/","title":{"rendered":"Which dog breeds snore the most?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_17 counter-hierarchy counter-decimal ez-toc-grey\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"display: none;\"><i class=\"ez-toc-glyphicon ez-toc-icon-toggle\"><\/i><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class=\"ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1\"><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/which-dog-breeds-snore-the-most\/#Which_dog_breeds_snore_the_most\" title=\"Which dog breeds snore the most?\">Which dog breeds snore the most?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/which-dog-breeds-snore-the-most\/#Why_has_my_dog_started_snoring\" title=\"Why has my dog started snoring?\">Why has my dog started snoring?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/which-dog-breeds-snore-the-most\/#Do_certain_dog_breeds_snore\" title=\"Do certain dog breeds snore?\">Do certain dog breeds snore?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/which-dog-breeds-snore-the-most\/#Do_all_big_dogs_snore\" title=\"Do all big dogs snore?\">Do all big dogs snore?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/which-dog-breeds-snore-the-most\/#What_to_give_a_dog_that_snores\" title=\"What to give a dog that snores?\">What to give a dog that snores?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/which-dog-breeds-snore-the-most\/#What_makes_a_dog_snore_so_loud\" title=\"What makes a dog snore so loud?\">What makes a dog snore so loud?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/which-dog-breeds-snore-the-most\/#Why_has_my_dog_suddenly_started_snoring\" title=\"Why has my dog suddenly started snoring?\">Why has my dog suddenly started snoring?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/which-dog-breeds-snore-the-most\/#Should_I_worry_if_my_dog_snores\" title=\"Should I worry if my dog snores?\">Should I worry if my dog snores?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/which-dog-breeds-snore-the-most\/#Is_it_normal_for_dogs_to_snore_as_they_get_older\" title=\"Is it normal for dogs to snore as they get older?\">Is it normal for dogs to snore as they get older?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/which-dog-breeds-snore-the-most\/#What_dog_breeds_snore_the_most\" title=\"What dog breeds snore the most?\">What dog breeds snore the most?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/which-dog-breeds-snore-the-most\/#Is_it_OK_that_my_dog_snores\" title=\"Is it OK that my dog snores?\">Is it OK that my dog snores?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/which-dog-breeds-snore-the-most\/#Is_it_normal_for_big_dogs_to_snore\" title=\"Is it normal for big dogs to snore?\">Is it normal for big dogs to snore?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/which-dog-breeds-snore-the-most\/#What_breed_of_dog_snores_the_most\" title=\"What breed of dog snores the most?\">What breed of dog snores the most?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/which-dog-breeds-snore-the-most\/#Is_dog_snoring_unhealthy\" title=\"Is dog snoring unhealthy?\">Is dog snoring unhealthy?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/which-dog-breeds-snore-the-most\/#What_does_it_mean_when_a_dog_snores\" title=\"What does it mean when a dog snores?\">What does it mean when a dog snores?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/which-dog-breeds-snore-the-most\/#What_percentage_of_dogs_snore\" title=\"What percentage of dogs snore?\">What percentage of dogs snore?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Which_dog_breeds_snore_the_most\"><\/span>Which dog breeds snore the most?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>In this blog, I will cover 5 dog breeds that are known to snore and keep you up all night.<\/b><\/p>\n<li>The Pug.  <\/li>\n<li>The Bulldog.  <\/li>\n<li>The Shih Tzu.  <\/li>\n<li>The French Bulldog.  <\/li>\n<li>The Boston Terrier.<\/li>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_has_my_dog_started_snoring\"><\/span>Why has my dog started snoring?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Any inflammation of the airway can cause snoring. Inflammation can result from allergies, trauma, infection, or irritants like perfumes or smoke. Obstruction of the airway can also cause snoring. Your veterinarian will check your dog for polyps and other types of tumors that can grow in the throat.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_certain_dog_breeds_snore\"><\/span>Do certain dog breeds snore?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Some dogs are snorers, and certain breeds  such as brachycephalic dogs  are more prone to making noises in their sleep than others. If dog snoring doesn&#8217;t bother you  or if you actually find it kind of adorable  then you won&#8217;t mind sharing your bed with the dog breeds in the photo gallery below.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_all_big_dogs_snore\"><\/span>Do all big dogs snore?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Some dogs are snorers, and certain breeds  such as brachycephalic dogs  are more prone to making noises in their sleep than others. If dog snoring doesn&#8217;t bother you  or if you actually find it kind of adorable  then you won&#8217;t mind sharing your bed with the dog breeds in the photo gallery below.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_to_give_a_dog_that_snores\"><\/span>What to give a dog that snores?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Basically if a dog is overweight, extra fat is constraining their airways, <b>so snoring is very common, Dr. Hohenhaus said. Being at a healthy weight is important for a slew of reasons, so start with a healthy diet with some exercise, and you&#8217;ll eventually be able to enjoy some peace and quiet.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_makes_a_dog_snore_so_loud\"><\/span>What makes a dog snore so loud?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>What Do You Do?<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Try an air humidifier.<\/li>\n<li>Get a round bed for your dog to sleep on (the position will expand your buddy&#8217;s air passages)<\/li>\n<li>Use a pillow to prop up your sleepy sidekick&#8217;s head while he rests.<\/li>\n<li>Switch up the rooms your buddy sleeps in.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_has_my_dog_suddenly_started_snoring\"><\/span>Why has my dog suddenly started snoring?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>A dog that suddenly starts snoring when they haven&#8217;t before <b>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.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Should_I_worry_if_my_dog_snores\"><\/span>Should I worry if my dog snores?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>If your dog snores and has always snored, <b>don&#8217;t worry too much. If you notice any change in your dog&#8217;s breathing or they seem to be struggling, consult a vet.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_it_normal_for_dogs_to_snore_as_they_get_older\"><\/span>Is it normal for dogs to snore as they get older?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Out of all dogs, the long-nosed breeds, such as the Labrador Retrievers or Irish Setters, associate old age with snoring the most because of a condition called laryngeal paralysis. The larynx nerves (among the longest in the body), are deteriorated by age, which causes the larynx to be floppy and block the airflow.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_dog_breeds_snore_the_most\"><\/span>What dog breeds snore the most?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>In this blog, I will cover 5 dog breeds that are known to snore and keep you up all night.<\/b><\/p>\n<li>The Pug.  <\/li>\n<li>The Bulldog.  <\/li>\n<li>The Shih Tzu.  <\/li>\n<li>The French Bulldog.  <\/li>\n<li>The Boston Terrier.<\/li>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_it_OK_that_my_dog_snores\"><\/span>Is it OK that my dog snores?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Like humans, dogs snore because the airflow in nasal passageways or the throat is restricted. <b>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.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_it_normal_for_big_dogs_to_snore\"><\/span>Is it normal for big dogs to snore?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Like humans, dogs snore because the airflow in nasal passageways or the throat is restricted. <b>This can be perfectly normal and can be caused by something as simple as your dog sleeping on his back.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_breed_of_dog_snores_the_most\"><\/span>What breed of dog snores the most?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>In this blog, I will cover 5 dog breeds that are known to snore and keep you up all night.<\/b><\/p>\n<li>The Pug.  <\/li>\n<li>The Bulldog.  <\/li>\n<li>The Shih Tzu.  <\/li>\n<li>The French Bulldog.  <\/li>\n<li>The Boston Terrier.<\/li>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_dog_snoring_unhealthy\"><\/span>Is dog snoring unhealthy?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Though more common in dogs than cats, snoring in pets can be normal. However, <b>some cases of snoring can indicate a more serious medical condition<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_does_it_mean_when_a_dog_snores\"><\/span>What does it mean when a dog snores?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Any inflammation of the airway can cause snoring. Inflammation can result from allergies, trauma, infection, or irritants like perfumes or smoke. Obstruction of the airway can also cause snoring. Your veterinarian will check your dog for polyps and other types of tumors that can grow in the throat.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_percentage_of_dogs_snore\"><\/span>What percentage of dogs snore?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>* Snoring was reported in <b>21 percent of dogs and seven percent of cats.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Table of Contents Which dog breeds snore the most?Why has my dog started snoring?Do certain dog breeds snore?Do all big dogs snore?What to give a dog that snores?What makes a dog snore so loud?Why has my dog suddenly started snoring?Should I worry if my dog snores?Is it normal for dogs to snore as they get&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":4,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_kad_post_transparent":"","_kad_post_title":"","_kad_post_layout":"","_kad_post_sidebar_id":"","_kad_post_content_style":"","_kad_post_vertical_padding":"","_kad_post_feature":"","_kad_post_feature_position":"","_kad_post_header":false,"_kad_post_footer":false,"spay_email":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[],"tags":[],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/12441"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/4"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=12441"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/12441\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=12441"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=12441"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=12441"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}