{"id":4714,"date":"2022-09-08T03:15:15","date_gmt":"2022-09-08T03:15:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-does-it-mean-when-your-dog-starts-snoring\/"},"modified":"2022-09-09T12:17:09","modified_gmt":"2022-09-09T12:17:09","slug":"what-does-it-mean-when-your-dog-starts-snoring","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-does-it-mean-when-your-dog-starts-snoring\/","title":{"rendered":"What does it mean when your dog starts snoring?"},"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-does-it-mean-when-your-dog-starts-snoring\/#What_does_it_mean_when_your_dog_starts_snoring\" title=\"What does it mean when your dog starts snoring?\">What does it mean when your dog starts snoring?<\/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-does-it-mean-when-your-dog-starts-snoring\/#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-3\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-does-it-mean-when-your-dog-starts-snoring\/#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-4\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-does-it-mean-when-your-dog-starts-snoring\/#How_do_I_fix_my_dogs_snoring\" title=\"How do I fix my dogs snoring?\">How do I fix my dogs snoring?<\/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-does-it-mean-when-your-dog-starts-snoring\/#Is_snoring_a_bad_sign\" title=\"Is snoring a bad sign?\">Is snoring a bad sign?<\/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-does-it-mean-when-your-dog-starts-snoring\/#Why_do_dogs_sigh\" title=\"Why do dogs sigh?\">Why do dogs sigh?<\/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-does-it-mean-when-your-dog-starts-snoring\/#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-8\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-does-it-mean-when-your-dog-starts-snoring\/#Is_it_normal_for_dogs_to_sleep_all_day\" title=\"Is it normal for dogs to sleep all day?\">Is it normal for dogs to sleep all day?<\/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-does-it-mean-when-your-dog-starts-snoring\/#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\/what-does-it-mean-when-your-dog-starts-snoring\/#Is_my_dog_snoring_or_wheezing\" title=\"Is my dog snoring or wheezing?\">Is my dog snoring or wheezing?<\/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-does-it-mean-when-your-dog-starts-snoring\/#Why_does_my_dog_stare_at_me\" title=\"Why does my dog stare at me?\">Why does my dog stare at me?<\/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-does-it-mean-when-your-dog-starts-snoring\/#Do_dogs_dream\" title=\"Do dogs dream?\">Do dogs dream?<\/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\/what-does-it-mean-when-your-dog-starts-snoring\/#Why_do_Cavalier_King_Charles_sleep_on_your_head\" title=\"Why do Cavalier King Charles sleep on your head?\">Why do Cavalier King Charles sleep on your head?<\/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\/what-does-it-mean-when-your-dog-starts-snoring\/#When_should_I_see_a_doctor_about_snoring\" title=\"When should I see a doctor about snoring?\">When should I see a doctor about 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\/what-does-it-mean-when-your-dog-starts-snoring\/#When_should_I_worry_about_snoring\" title=\"When should I worry about snoring?\">When should I worry about 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\/what-does-it-mean-when-your-dog-starts-snoring\/#Do_skinny_people_snore\" title=\"Do skinny people snore?\">Do skinny people snore?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_does_it_mean_when_your_dog_starts_snoring\"><\/span>What does it mean when your dog starts snoring?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<div class=\"code-block code-block-3\" style=\"margin: 8px 0; clear: both;\">\n<div id=\"cnt_rb_271118\" class=\"cnt32_rl_bg_str\" data-id=\"271118\"><span style=\"font-family: var(--global-body-font-family);\">What Causes a Dog to Snore? It All Comes Down to Breathing. Just like with humans, snoring in dogs generally occurs when air movement is restricted in the nasal passageways or throat. Or your dog might be allergic to dust or second-hand smoke, each of which can lead to snoring.<\/span><\/div>\n<div data-id=\"271118\">Read also: <a href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/is-it-normal-for-a-dog-to-snore\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Is it normal for a dog to snore?<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2 id=\"should-i-worry-if-my-dog-snores\"><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>Any snoring that comes on suddenly definitely warrants a call to the vet. Talk to your vet about what your dog\u2019s snoring means. It may be that he only snores when he sleeps in a particular position; your vet might advise you to gently move him if he falls asleep this way.<\/p>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/KEqDLFrIvSM\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"is-dog-snoring-unhealthy\"><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>Snoring technically means there\u2019s something obstructing your dog\u2019s airways, so although it may be harmless, you should always keep one ear up for abnormalities.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"how-do-i-fix-my-dogs-snoring\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_I_fix_my_dogs_snoring\"><\/span>How do I fix my dogs snoring?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>What Do You Do?<\/p>\n<ol>\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\u2019s air passages)<\/li>\n<li>Use a pillow to prop up your sleepy sidekick\u2019s head while he rests.<\/li>\n<li>Switch up the rooms your buddy sleeps in.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<div style=\"text-align: center;\">\n<p><noscript><iframe loading=\"lazy\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/KEqDLFrIvSM\" width=\"560\"><\/iframe><\/noscript><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<h2 id=\"is-snoring-a-bad-sign\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_snoring_a_bad_sign\"><\/span>Is snoring a bad sign?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Heavy snoring can sound funny to your sleep partner, but the condition is no joke. Snoring is often the sign of a condition called obstructive sleep apnea, which raises the risk for diabetes, obesity, hypertension, stroke, heart attack and other cardiovascular problems.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"why-do-dogs-sigh\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_do_dogs_sigh\"><\/span>Why do dogs sigh?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Dogs communicate pleasure, happiness, excitement, and affiliation through their vocalizations.\u00a0 When the sigh is combined with half-closed eyes, it communicates pleasure; with fully open eyes, it communicates disappointment: \u201cI guess you are not going to play with me.\u201d<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"which-dog-breeds-snore-the-most\"><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>While any breed can snore on occasion, certain breeds of dogs and cats, called the brachycephalic (literally: \u201cshort headed\u201d) breeds, are well known as snorers. These breeds include English bulldogs, boxers, pugs, Boston terriers, Shih-tzus, Persians, and Himalayans.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"is-it-normal-for-dogs-to-sleep-all-day\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_it_normal_for_dogs_to_sleep_all_day\"><\/span>Is it normal for dogs to sleep all day?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>In most cases, a dog that sleeps for 12 or more hours per day is no cause for concern. That\u2019s just normal! But owners should be aware that excess sleep can also be a sign of potential problems, and it\u2019s best to talk to your vet when you have these concerns.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.sleepfoundation.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/How-Many-Hours-A-Day-Do-Dogs-Sleep.jpg\" alt=\"How Much Sleep Your Dog Needs | Sleep Foundation\" \/><\/p>\n<div style=\"text-align: center;\">\n<p><noscript><iframe loading=\"lazy\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/dURrj5qTPs8\" width=\"560\"><\/iframe><\/noscript><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<h2 id=\"is-it-normal-for-dogs-to-snore-as-they-get\"><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>It is common for dogs to snore increasingly in their old age. This is usually due to partial or complete laryngeal paralysis, which may have an underlying cause or may simply be due to ageing of the nerves. The floppy larynx then blocks airflow. This is most noticeable when your dog is sleeping.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"is-my-dog-snoring-or-wheezing\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_my_dog_snoring_or_wheezing\"><\/span>Is my dog snoring or wheezing?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Dogs can contract colds, the flu, and respiratory infections just like people. So, if your dog\u2019s sudden snoring is accompanied by sneezing, nasal drainage, coughing, and\/or wheezing, take them to the vet immediately. Snoring could also be a result of weight gain, which can cause constriction around their airways.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"why-does-my-dog-stare-at-me\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_does_my_dog_stare_at_me\"><\/span>Why does my dog stare at me?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Just as humans stare into the eyes of someone they adore, dogs will stare at their owners to express affection. In fact, mutual staring between humans and dogs releases oxytocin, known as the love hormone. This chemical plays an important role in bonding and boosts feelings of love and trust.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"do-dogs-dream\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_dogs_dream\"><\/span>Do dogs dream?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>If you\u2019ve ever watched your dog twitching, chattering or moving their paws while sleeping, you may have wondered if they are dreaming. The answer is yes. Dogs do dream.\u00a0 In fact it\u2019s likely that all mammals dream.<\/p>\n<div style=\"text-align: center;\">\n<p><noscript><iframe loading=\"lazy\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/NLAdn3D-YjI\" width=\"560\"><\/iframe><\/noscript><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<h2 id=\"why-do-cavalier-king-charles-sleep-on-your\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_do_Cavalier_King_Charles_sleep_on_your_head\"><\/span>Why do Cavalier King Charles sleep on your head?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Some dogs may do it just for the warmth. With our heads being one of the warmest parts of our body, and when we\u2019re lying down one of the most accessible. Further relating to warmth, being warm stimulates better blood flow \u2014 which can be relaxing for the spaniels and other dogs.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"when-should-i-see-a-doctor-about-snoring\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"When_should_I_see_a_doctor_about_snoring\"><\/span>When should I see a doctor about snoring?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Your doctor should evaluate any snoring that causes daytime sleepiness or that affects your ability to think clearly. If your partner hears you stop breathing during the night, call your doctor to see if sleep apnea is to blame.<\/p>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/ptZgPiKBvq0\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"when-should-i-worry-about-snoring\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"When_should_I_worry_about_snoring\"><\/span>When should I worry about snoring?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Snoring is often associated with a sleep disorder called obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). Not all snorers have OSA, but if snoring is accompanied by any of the following symptoms, it may be an indication to see a doctor for further evaluation for OSA: Witnessed breathing pauses during sleep. Excessive daytime sleepiness.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"do-skinny-people-snore\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_skinny_people_snore\"><\/span>Do skinny people snore?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Being overweight increases fat around the neck, compressing and narrowing the throat. But thin people do snore too, and many who are overweight do not.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Table of Contents What does it mean when your dog starts snoring?Should I worry if my dog snores?Is dog snoring unhealthy?How do I fix my dogs snoring?Is snoring a bad sign?Why do dogs sigh?Which dog breeds snore the most?Is it normal for dogs to sleep all day?Is it normal for dogs to snore as they&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":4,"featured_media":194507,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_kad_post_transparent":"default","_kad_post_title":"default","_kad_post_layout":"default","_kad_post_sidebar_id":"","_kad_post_content_style":"default","_kad_post_vertical_padding":"default","_kad_post_feature":"","_kad_post_feature_position":"","_kad_post_header":false,"_kad_post_footer":false,"spay_email":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[619],"tags":[],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/What-does-it-mean-when-your-dog-starts-snoring.jpg","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/4714"}],"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=4714"}],"version-history":[{"count":4,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/4714\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":194509,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/4714\/revisions\/194509"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/194507"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=4714"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=4714"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=4714"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}