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My chihuahua reverse sneezes, wheezes, and cries. What can I do?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Chihuahua | Female | spayed | 7 lbs

Hi, my male chihuahua who is about 5 is having an extreme reverse sneezing problem. But I feel like it's more than that. He's been doing it more often and this morning it happened and he sounded like he was wheezing. I could see tears in his eyes and I wanted to help him. I don't know how to though.

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Answered By Lauren Barry, BVSc, MRCVS, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on June 10th, 2017

Hello, poor Diego- reverse sneezing can be quite distressing for your dog. If its happening frequently its possible that he may have something irritating in his nose - something he inhaled? There is an over the counter nasal spray called neo synephrine which may help him. If he has blood or mucus discharge - take him to your vet.

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    Answered By Sarah Derksen, DVM

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    Hi. Poor Diego! Reverse sneezing is very common and can come and go. If he isn't in respirator distress, you can try a half of a children's benadryl 12.5mg tablet. Reverse sneezing is usually secondary to allergies. Good luck with her!

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