My Toy Aussie sneezes in bursts. Is this normal or concerning?

Hi there. Sneezing could be caused by allergies, or an upper respiratory infection. If he's acting fairly normal otherwise (eating and drinking fine, active, etc.) you could opt to monitor him for now and see how things go for the next few days. The problem may resolve on its own, similar to when we get a minor cold or allergy flare-up. If there is no improvement in the next 2-3 days, or if your pup develops other symptoms such as coughing, thick green or yellow nasal discharge, or begins acting very lethargic or not eating, then I would recommend having him seen by a veterinarian for treatment.

One or two sneezes, even if out of the ordinary, is not necessarily problematic. Consider if you or someone you know sneezed a couple of times and if you would be extremely concerned even if you hadn't heard them sneeze previously. Unless you are seeing Tuxedo sneezing on a semi regular to regular basis, she does not need to be examined by a veterinarian. There is a definite possibility that she could have just been exposed to something that has caused some mild irritation, or she could be coming down with a cold. Continue to monitor for signs of nasal discharge, coughing, or exercise intolerance. Should any of these occur, have Tuxedo examined at your next convenience. Hope this makes sense.

Thank you for submitting your question regarding Gizmo. I do recommend that she sees her veterinarian. While she could be experiencing allergies as they are common this time of year, a respiratory tract infection is also possible. Given how frequently her symptoms are occurring, I worry that she does have an infection. If so, she may need an antibiotic. In the meantime, you can place her the bathroom while you shower. The warm humid air can help lessen any congestion she may have. I hope this information helps!

If there is no nasal discharge, coughing, lethargy, etc then I would not be overly worried about just sneezing. I suggest you video her doing the behavior and then take her to the vet for an exam. Show them the video in case she doesn't sneeze during the exam. It could be allergies, it could be reverse sneezing, it could be a piece of grass or something up in her nose.

It sounds like she may have a mild allergy or a upper respiratory infection. With her being so small I would contact your vet for an exam and possible antibiotics. They will also be able to direct you with a appropriate anti-histamine for her size. If she hasn't already, she may also need her first set of shots since she is now 8 weeks old. Your vet will be able to also guide you in a proper booster schedule. It isn't uncommon for some puppies to have an increase in breathing while sleeping or to even twitch during sleep. They dream just like us! But I would have your vet listen to her heart and lungs to ensure everything sounds normally as well! I hope this helps!

Hello. I would take this as a day by day. Pixie may have a little cold, but if she is acting & eating well, it may just need to run its course. I would definitely keep your appointment on Friday, but if she does still have a cold, your vet may put off any vaccinations for a few days longer. However, if Pixie should become lethargic, stop eating, act feverish, or sound wheezy or congested, then see your vet immediately. Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach.

Hi there and thanks for posting on Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! Sneezing can be a sign of an allergy, yes. Sneezes can also be a sign of an upper respiratory infection as well. I would recommended Kaya see her veterinarian for an exam so her vet can determine whether or not she has an infection or whether it is just caused by an allergy and to determine what treatment may be most appropriate. Thanks again for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach!