Ach-oo! Whether you think it’s adorable or the sound of it suddenly startles you from across the room, if Rover starts sneezing in succession, it might lead you to wonder, “Why is my dog sneezing so much?” As it turns out, sneezing in pets is pretty common and, in many cases, can be completely normal. In fact, most of the time dogs sneeze for the same reasons humans sneeze — something is tickling their nose. What is the trickiest part? The tricky part is determining what could be the irritation. So we checked in with Michelle Clancy, DVM, Veterinary Success Advisor and practicing veterinarian at Indevets.com, who delved into all the reasons your buddy might be sneezing. Continue reading to find out more.
Why does my dog sneeze so much?
1. He’s communicating with you
One of the most fun answers to the question of “Why is my dog sneezing so much?” is that he’s likely trying to tell you something! Sneezing can be an everyday part of how your dog communicates. That’s right — your bestie might be sneezing as a way to relay something to you or his fellow furry playmates. Your cutie might sneeze when he’s excited, such as when you enter the room or grab his leash.
