{"id":190914,"date":"2022-07-27T05:50:39","date_gmt":"2022-07-27T05:50:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/is-it-okay-if-my-dog-snores\/"},"modified":"2022-07-27T05:50:39","modified_gmt":"2022-07-27T05:50:39","slug":"is-it-okay-if-my-dog-snores","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/is-it-okay-if-my-dog-snores\/","title":{"rendered":"Is it okay if my dog snores?"},"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\/is-it-okay-if-my-dog-snores\/#Is_it_okay_if_my_dog_snores\" title=\"Is it okay if my dog snores?\">Is it okay 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-2\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/is-it-okay-if-my-dog-snores\/#Do_dogs_snore_in_their_sleep\" title=\"Do dogs snore in their sleep?\">Do dogs snore in their sleep?<\/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\/is-it-okay-if-my-dog-snores\/#What_does_it_mean_when_a_dog_snores_in_their_sleep\" title=\"What does it mean when a dog snores in their sleep?\">What does it mean when a dog snores in their sleep?<\/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\/is-it-okay-if-my-dog-snores\/#What_causes_a_dog_to_snore\" title=\"What causes a dog to snore?\">What causes a dog to 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\/is-it-okay-if-my-dog-snores\/#Should_I_worry_about_my_dog_snoring\" title=\"Should I worry about my dog snoring?\">Should I worry about my dog snoring?<\/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\/is-it-okay-if-my-dog-snores\/#What_dog_breed_snores_the_most\" title=\"What dog breed snores the most?\">What dog breed snores the most?<\/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\/is-it-okay-if-my-dog-snores\/#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-8\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/is-it-okay-if-my-dog-snores\/#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\/is-it-okay-if-my-dog-snores\/#What_causes_dog_snoring\" title=\"What causes dog snoring?\">What causes dog snoring?<\/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\/is-it-okay-if-my-dog-snores\/#What_breed_of_dogs_snore\" title=\"What breed of dogs snore?\">What breed of dogs snore?<\/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\/is-it-okay-if-my-dog-snores\/#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-12\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/is-it-okay-if-my-dog-snores\/#Is_snoring_for_dogs_normal\" title=\"Is snoring for dogs normal?\">Is snoring for dogs normal?<\/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\/is-it-okay-if-my-dog-snores\/#Do_dogs_start_snoring_as_they_get_older\" title=\"Do dogs start snoring as they get older?\">Do dogs start snoring 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-14\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/is-it-okay-if-my-dog-snores\/#How_can_I_stop_my_dog_from_snoring\" title=\"How can I stop my dog from snoring?\">How can I stop my dog from snoring?<\/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\/is-it-okay-if-my-dog-snores\/#When_should_I_be_concerned_about_my_dog_snoring\" title=\"When should I be concerned about my dog snoring?\">When should I be concerned about my dog snoring?<\/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\/is-it-okay-if-my-dog-snores\/#Is_it_normal_for_a_dog_to_snore\" title=\"Is it normal for a dog to snore?\">Is it normal for a dog to snore?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/is-it-okay-if-my-dog-snores\/#Should_I_take_my_dog_to_the_vet_for_snoring\" title=\"Should I take my dog to the vet for snoring?\">Should I take my dog to the vet for snoring?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/is-it-okay-if-my-dog-snores\/#Why_would_a_dog_suddenly_start_snoring\" title=\"Why would a dog suddenly start snoring?\">Why would a dog suddenly start snoring?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/is-it-okay-if-my-dog-snores\/#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-20\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/is-it-okay-if-my-dog-snores\/#Do_big_dogs_snore_more\" title=\"Do big dogs snore more?\">Do big dogs snore more?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/is-it-okay-if-my-dog-snores\/#What_is_the_loudest_snoring_animal\" title=\"What is the loudest snoring animal?\">What is the loudest snoring animal?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/is-it-okay-if-my-dog-snores\/#Does_Benadryl_help_dogs_snoring\" title=\"Does Benadryl help dogs snoring?\">Does Benadryl help dogs snoring?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/is-it-okay-if-my-dog-snores\/#Do_dogs_snore_louder_as_they_get_older\" title=\"Do dogs snore louder as they get older?\">Do dogs snore louder 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-24\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/is-it-okay-if-my-dog-snores\/#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-25\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/is-it-okay-if-my-dog-snores\/#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><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_it_okay_if_my_dog_snores\"><\/span>Is it okay if my dog snores?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>If your dog or cat has always snored, he or she is most likely okay. However, if the snoring comes on suddenly or if accompanied by other symptoms, it is time to visit the vet. For more information on pets and snoring, contact Crown Veterinary Specialists today.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_dogs_snore_in_their_sleep\"><\/span>Do dogs snore in their sleep?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Like humans, <b>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.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_does_it_mean_when_a_dog_snores_in_their_sleep\"><\/span>What does it mean when a dog snores in their sleep?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>What Happens When My Dog Snores? <b>Snoring occurs when tissues in your dog&#8217;s nose, mouth, or throat vibrate as air passes through them. The sound effects are more likely to happen if your pet&#8217;s airway narrows due to inflammation, an obstruction, congestion, or other issues.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_causes_a_dog_to_snore\"><\/span>What causes a dog to snore?<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=\"Should_I_worry_about_my_dog_snoring\"><\/span>Should I worry about my dog snoring?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>If your dog or cat has always snored, he or she is most likely okay. However, <b>if the snoring comes on suddenly or if accompanied by other symptoms, it is time to visit the vet. For more information on pets and snoring, contact Crown Veterinary Specialists today.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_dog_breed_snores_the_most\"><\/span>What dog breed snores the most?<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_to_give_a_dog_that_snores\"><\/span>What to give a dog that snores?<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=\"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 or cat has always snored, he or she is most likely okay. However, <b>if the snoring comes on suddenly or if accompanied by other symptoms, it is time to visit the vet<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_causes_dog_snoring\"><\/span>What causes dog 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=\"What_breed_of_dogs_snore\"><\/span>What breed of dogs snore?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The <b>French Bulldogs are one of the dog breeds that are known to snore loudly.<\/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>If your dog or cat has always snored, he or she is most likely okay. However, <b>if the snoring comes on suddenly or if accompanied by other symptoms, it is time to visit the vet<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_snoring_for_dogs_normal\"><\/span>Is snoring for dogs normal?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>If your dog or cat has always snored, he or she is most likely okay. However, <b>if the snoring comes on suddenly or if accompanied by other symptoms, it is time to visit the vet. For more information on pets and snoring, contact Crown Veterinary Specialists today.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_dogs_start_snoring_as_they_get_older\"><\/span>Do dogs start snoring as they get older?<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. This <b>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=\"How_can_I_stop_my_dog_from_snoring\"><\/span>How can I stop my dog from snoring?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>It&#8217;s not normal for dogs to start snoring just because they&#8217;re getting older. If your dog never snored before, you may want to check with your vet to make sure something else isn&#8217;t going on.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"When_should_I_be_concerned_about_my_dog_snoring\"><\/span>When should I be concerned about my dog snoring?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>If your dog or cat has always snored, he or she is most likely okay. However, <b>if the snoring comes on suddenly or if accompanied by other symptoms, it is time to visit the vet.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_it_normal_for_a_dog_to_snore\"><\/span>Is it normal for a dog 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. This <b>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=\"Should_I_take_my_dog_to_the_vet_for_snoring\"><\/span>Should I take my dog to the vet for snoring?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>If a cold or upper respiratory infection is the cause, snoring is likely to stop once your pet starts to feel better. <b>If there&#8217;s no obvious reason for your pet&#8217;s snoring or snoring started suddenly, your vet can help you determine the cause<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_would_a_dog_suddenly_start_snoring\"><\/span>Why would a dog suddenly start 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=\"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_big_dogs_snore_more\"><\/span>Do big dogs snore more?<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_is_the_loudest_snoring_animal\"><\/span>What is the loudest snoring animal?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Basically <b>if a dog is overweight, extra fat is constraining their airways, 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=\"Does_Benadryl_help_dogs_snoring\"><\/span>Does Benadryl help dogs snoring?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Snoring occurs <b>when tissues in your dog&#8217;s nose, mouth, or throat vibrate as air passes through them. The sound effects are more likely to happen if your pet&#8217;s airway narrows due to inflammation, an obstruction, congestion, or other issues.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_dogs_snore_louder_as_they_get_older\"><\/span>Do dogs snore louder as they get older?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Allergies  Snoring can also be caused by allergies and irritants. Just like people, animals can be allergic to pollen, dust and dander. <b>Allergies can be treated at home with antihistamines such as Benadryl, Zyrtec, Claritin, or canine prescription medications. Specific doses for each dog should be discussed with Dr.<\/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>Your Dog&#8217;s Age <b>Snore patterns seem to worsen once we get older in both humans and dogs. 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.<\/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>If your dog or cat has always snored, he or she is most likely okay. However, <b>if the snoring comes on suddenly or if accompanied by other symptoms, it is time to visit the vet.<\/b><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Table of Contents Is it okay if my dog snores?Do dogs snore in their sleep?What does it mean when a dog snores in their sleep?What causes a dog to snore?Should I worry about my dog snoring?What dog breed snores the most?What to give a dog that snores?Should I worry if my dog snores?What causes dog&#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":[622],"tags":[],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/190914"}],"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=190914"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/190914\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=190914"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=190914"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=190914"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}