Why is my dog sneezing blood? What are the causes and what to do?

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• Answered By Ana M, DVM

  Veterinarian

  Published on March 9th, 2020

  Thank you for submitting your question regarding Bravo. I recommend that he sees a veterinarian today. Nose bleeds are typically serious in dogs. He could have a severe upper respiratory tract infection. If this is not the case, a foreign object could be in the nose, he could have a fungal infection or even a mass in his nasal cavity. Other times, bleeding can result from a skin condition where the nose loses its pigment and cracks. Finally, a bleeding disorder can cause bleeding. I hope this information helps!

  

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• Answered By Jennifer Summerfield, DVM CPDT-KA

  Veterinarian, Certified Dog Trainer

  Published on March 18th, 2017

  Oh dear! Poor Snoopy - I'm sorry to hear that he's having this problem. Sneezing blood is very concerning, as nosebleeds are not common in dogs. Most often, sneezing blood or bloody discharge from the nose is caused by a nasal foreign body or a nasal tumor, although it can also be caused by a very severe infection or even a systemic bleeding disorder in some cases. Regardless, the blood is a sign that something is seriously wrong, so I would definitely recommend taking him to the vet for an exam as soon as possible.

  

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• Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

  Veterinarian

  Published on April 29th, 2019

  Poor Ralph! He could have a severe upper respiratory infection, a foreign body, or a fungal infection causing the sneezing and bleeding. It could also be something quite serious such as rat poison ingestion causing the bleeding. I think he needs to see a vet now, so I strongly urge you to take him into one immediately. Best of luck.

  

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