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What helps my senior German Shepherd's stuffy nose besides Benadryl?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | German Shepherd | Male | unneutered | 100 lbs

13 year old German shepherd with nasal congestion. Other than Benadryl what can be done/used?

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Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

Veterinarian

Published on April 18th, 2017

Benadryl isn't used in dogs to treat nasal congestion, so I would not give it to Bruiser. The only medications available to treat nasal congestion in dogs are prescribed by a vet, and I would have him seen by a vet to get medications prescribed. You can try using a humidifier or bringing him into the bathroom with the door closed while you take a hot shower - the steam and humidity help to break up congestion and temporarily relieve symptoms associated with congestion.

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    A part from the options mentioned by Dr. Melanie I would add that nasal congestion could be due to possible inflammatory or infective disease of the upper respiratory tract. Anti-inflammatory medications and eventually antibiotics may be needed. I would recommend a check up and appropriate treatment. Please do not hesitate to contact us again on the forum or by requesting a consultation (where you can post pictures ) if you have any more questions or to discuss it any further.

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