4 Reasons Why Your Dog Snores When Sleeping

4 Reasons Why Your Dog Snores When Sleeping

A loud snore in your home could be annoying, especially when it prevents you from getting a good night’s sleep. If your dog often snores when sleeping or they just started doing it recently, you may wonder whether it’s due to the dog’s breed or potential health concern.

Snoring results from a restriction in the normal airflow passing through the nasal canal and throat. Usually, snoring occurs when a dog is sleeping. However, in some cases, it can occur when the dog is awake if there is a restriction of their nasal and throat passages. Some of the most common reasons why dogs snore include:

Sleeping Position

If your dog is sleeping on their back, there is a likelihood that they might snore because the tissue in their throat and nasal cavity will slightly collapse.

Facial Structure

Some dog breeds are more likely to snore than others because of their facial structure. Dogs in this situation may generally struggle with respiration and may need surgical repair if it is severe.

Obesity

Extra fat can put some constraints on the normal airflow of a dog that is obese.

Nasal Cavity Swelling

Rhinitis due to a respiratory illness or others can make normal airflow almost impossible, leading to snoring in many cases.

If your dog started snoring recently, understanding what caused it is important to help you treat them. It would be best if you got them checked by your veterinarian.

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