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My dog's voice changed after barking a lot. Is he sick or normal?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | German Shepherd | Male | unneutered | 1 year and 8 months old

Like in humans when kid grows his voice changes similarly does this voice change occurs un dog also? Because i went out for office and that day he barkd alot and next day onwards there i can see changes in his voice now its more than 15days there is may be slight better improvement in voice or dont i cant judge so what is it basically is it some disease or life threatening because res he is very active eating actively playing actively drinking water actively

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Answered By Megan, DVM, CVA

Veterinarian

Published on August 6th, 2017

I doubt this is life threatening since he is eating, drinking and playing normally. they can get a form of laryngitis like us. I would have your vet do an exam to ensure there isn't anything else that could be causing his voice change. Your vet will be able to provide antibiotics and anti-inflammatories if needed. I have seen an occasional dog have a permanent voice change that never caused any problems long term. I hope this helps!

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