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My puppy got hit on the nose. Should I worry if he's just sneezing?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Border Collie | Male | unneutered | 12 days old | 5.5 lbs

My 6-week old Border Collie puppy got hit on the nose in an accident, it seemed rough, but he only sneezed about 5 times, he didn't seem to bleed or have any kind of swelling. Should I be concerned that the hit could become fatal?

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Answered By Dr Stafford, BVetMed, MRCVS

Veterinarian

Published on July 5th, 2017

It sounds like Raph has been very lucky. As long as he seems neurologically normal, there is no bleeding and his eyes focus normally without rotating strangely he should be fine. If you notice anything odd get him checked asap.

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