{"id":12638,"date":"2022-03-25T10:51:42","date_gmt":"2022-03-25T10:51:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-can-you-give-a-dog-for-sniffles\/"},"modified":"2022-03-25T10:51:42","modified_gmt":"2022-03-25T10:51:42","slug":"what-can-you-give-a-dog-for-sniffles","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-can-you-give-a-dog-for-sniffles\/","title":{"rendered":"What can you give a dog for sniffles?"},"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\/what-can-you-give-a-dog-for-sniffles\/#What_can_you_give_a_dog_for_sniffles\" title=\"What can you give a dog for sniffles?\">What can you give a dog for sniffles?<\/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\/what-can-you-give-a-dog-for-sniffles\/#How_can_I_tell_if_my_dog_has_a_cold\" title=\"How can I tell if my dog has a cold?\">How can I tell if my dog has a cold?<\/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\/what-can-you-give-a-dog-for-sniffles\/#Why_is_my_dog_sniffling_and_sneezing_so_much\" title=\"Why is my dog sniffling and sneezing so much?\">Why is my dog sniffling and sneezing so much?<\/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\/what-can-you-give-a-dog-for-sniffles\/#What_cold_medicine_can_I_give_my_dog\" title=\"What cold medicine can I give my dog?\">What cold medicine can I give my dog?<\/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\/what-can-you-give-a-dog-for-sniffles\/#What_can_I_give_my_dog_for_runny_nose_and_sneezing\" title=\"What can I give my dog for runny nose and sneezing?\">What can I give my dog for runny nose and sneezing?<\/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\/what-can-you-give-a-dog-for-sniffles\/#What_can_I_give_my_dog_for_a_cold\" title=\"What can I give my dog for a cold?\">What can I give my dog for a cold?<\/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\/what-can-you-give-a-dog-for-sniffles\/#Do_dog_colds_go_away_on_their_own\" title=\"Do dog colds go away on their own?\">Do dog colds go away on their own?<\/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\/what-can-you-give-a-dog-for-sniffles\/#What_does_a_dog_with_a_cold_sound_like\" title=\"What does a dog with a cold sound like?\">What does a dog with a cold sound like?<\/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\/what-can-you-give-a-dog-for-sniffles\/#Why_does_my_dog_keep_sniffing_and_sneezing\" title=\"Why does my dog keep sniffing and sneezing?\">Why does my dog keep sniffing and sneezing?<\/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\/what-can-you-give-a-dog-for-sniffles\/#Why_is_my_dog_sneezing_a_lot_all_of_a_sudden\" title=\"Why is my dog sneezing a lot all of a sudden?\">Why is my dog sneezing a lot all of a sudden?<\/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\/what-can-you-give-a-dog-for-sniffles\/#When_should_I_be_concerned_about_my_dog_sneezing\" title=\"When should I be concerned about my dog sneezing?\">When should I be concerned about my dog sneezing?<\/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\/what-can-you-give-a-dog-for-sniffles\/#What_should_I_do_if_my_dog_keeps_sneezing\" title=\"What should I do if my dog keeps sneezing?\">What should I do if my dog keeps sneezing?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_can_you_give_a_dog_for_sniffles\"><\/span>What can you give a dog for sniffles?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Feed them a warm, hearty diet. Unless instructed otherwise by your vet, allow them to free-feed until their symptoms clear. You can even feed them <b>shredded chicken or warm, low sodium chicken or beef broth to help supplement their diet while they recover. When your dog has a cold, it can dull their sense of smell.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_can_I_tell_if_my_dog_has_a_cold\"><\/span>How can I tell if my dog has a cold?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Dog Cold Symptoms<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Sneezing.<\/li>\n<li>Coughing (A dry honking cough could mean kennel cough specifically)<\/li>\n<li>Runny nose.<\/li>\n<li>Discharge from the eyes.<\/li>\n<li>Lethargy; less active than usual.<\/li>\n<li>Loss of appetite or thirst.<\/li>\n<li>Trouble breathing.<\/li>\n<li>Fever (though a fever more commonly indicates the flu)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>27-Nov-2020<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_is_my_dog_sniffling_and_sneezing_so_much\"><\/span>Why is my dog sniffling and sneezing so much?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The most common causes of uncontrollable sneezing in dogs are <b>nasal foreign bodies, nasal mites, or a nasal tumor. If your pet is incessantly sneezing, especially if it is accompanied by a nasal discharge, seeking emergency veterinary care is warranted.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_cold_medicine_can_I_give_my_dog\"><\/span>What cold medicine can I give my dog?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Diphenhydramine (Benadrylxae), cetirizine (Zyrtecxae), and loratadine (Claritinxae) are commonly used antihistamines that relieve allergy symptoms or counteract allergic reactions. Antihistamines are usually safe but can make some dogs drowsy and others hyperactive.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_can_I_give_my_dog_for_runny_nose_and_sneezing\"><\/span>What can I give my dog for runny nose and sneezing?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Treatment of Sneezing and Nasal Discharge in Dogs<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Antibiotics, nasal decongestants, antihistamines, appetite stimulants and\/or subcutaneous or intravenous fluids may be needed.<\/li>\n<li>Diseased teeth may need extraction.<\/li>\n<li>Surgery may be required for the removal of polyps, tumors, or foreign bodies.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_can_I_give_my_dog_for_a_cold\"><\/span>What can I give my dog for a cold?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Plenty of nutritious food will help with recovery. <b>Plain chicken and brown rice are good choices. If your pup isn&#8217;t eating, it may be because his sense of smell is dulled. You can try microwaving the food to make the smell stronger, which may entice your dog more.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_dog_colds_go_away_on_their_own\"><\/span>Do dog colds go away on their own?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>While <b>mild colds typically resolve on their own, if your dog&#8217;s cold turns out to be an infection such as kennel cough, for example, your veterinarian will recommend a treatment protocol that could include include rest, antibiotics for secondary infections, cough suppressants, and fluids, especially if your dog is a <\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_does_a_dog_with_a_cold_sound_like\"><\/span>What does a dog with a cold sound like?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>However, your dog can have symptoms that seem pretty similar, such as a dripping nose, sneezing and watery eyes. The difference is that your dog will most likely also have a persistent cough. It can sound frightening (like a honking goose) and each bout usually ends with a gagging or retching sound.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_does_my_dog_keep_sniffing_and_sneezing\"><\/span>Why does my dog keep sniffing and sneezing?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Seasonal allergies are a common cause of sneezing in dogs. If your dog sneezes most often after they&#8217;ve been outside or when a window is open in your home, then seasonal allergies are probably the cause of the issue. Your dog may need allergy medication for the times of the year when pollen counts are high.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_is_my_dog_sneezing_a_lot_all_of_a_sudden\"><\/span>Why is my dog sneezing a lot all of a sudden?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Severe sneezing can be very concerning to see as a pet parent. The most common causes of uncontrollable sneezing in dogs are <b>nasal foreign bodies, nasal mites, or a nasal tumor. If your pet is incessantly sneezing, especially if it is accompanied by a nasal discharge, seeking emergency veterinary care is warranted.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"When_should_I_be_concerned_about_my_dog_sneezing\"><\/span>When should I be concerned about my dog sneezing?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Occasional sneezing is normal but if your dog is sneezing excessively, violently or uncontrollably, or if they are showing any other symptoms like bleeding from their nose, expelling discharge, pawing at their nose or have a fever, you should contact a vet.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_should_I_do_if_my_dog_keeps_sneezing\"><\/span>What should I do if my dog keeps sneezing?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>If your dog is frequently sneezing, experiencing nasal discharges, or appears to be in pain while sneezing, <b>they need to be seen by a veterinary professional. Keep an eye out for any unusual behaviors paired with frequent sneezes, like bleeding or frequent pawing at their nose.<\/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<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Table of Contents What can you give a dog for sniffles?How can I tell if my dog has a cold?Why is my dog sniffling and sneezing so much?What cold medicine can I give my dog?What can I give my dog for runny nose and sneezing?What can I give my dog for a cold?Do dog colds&#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":[],"class_list":["post-12638","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry"],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/12638"}],"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=12638"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/12638\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=12638"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=12638"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=12638"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}