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Why is my 7-month-old puppy constantly sneezing? When to worry?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Beagle | Male | neutered | 7 months and 19 days old | 50 lbs

My 7 month old puppy is constantly sneezing on stop. What could this be caused by?

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Answered By Lauren Kennedy, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on August 13th, 2017

Your puppy may have an upper respiratory tract infection which can be common in young puppies because their immune systems aren't fully developed. He may need some antibiotics and/or antihistamines to help stop the sneezing. The other cause of sneezing could be from a foreign body, like a piece of grass, that has become stuck in hos nose. If this is the case the sneezing will not resolve until it is removed. I would recommend taking Roscoe to the vet to be checked out so he can be treated appropriately. I hope this helps. Best of luck!

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    Answered By Rebeccah Wood

    Licensed Veterinary Technician, Registered Laboratory Animal Technologist

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    Hello! Roscoe's sneezing could be caused by an irritation in his nose (dust, pollen, other allergy), but it could also be a symptom of an upper respiratory infection. If roscoe has any nasal discharge or eye discharge along with his sneezing, a visit to the vet might be in order. It's probably not an emergency (especially if he is eating, drinking, and acting normally), but sneezing plus other symptoms could be something that needs to be treated (either supportively or with antibiotics). If he's just sneezing, the vet could also suggest ways to minimize it, either by removing the irritant (if possible) or by prescribing antihistamines. I do not recommend giving him anything over-the-counter without the advice of a veterinarian. Good luck, and I hope that Roscoe's sneezing subsides soon!

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