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My dog has one stuffy nostril but isn't sick. What can I do at home?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Medium (23 - 60lb) | Male | unneutered | 4 months and 2 days old

My dog has one nostril that is conjested. There is no discharge and he isn't acting sick, i.e., no fever, no skin discoloration he isn't acting fatigued. Is there something at home I can do before spending an outrageous amount of money at a clinic?

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Answered By Dr. Leigh, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on October 12th, 2017

You could put him in a steamy bathroom or a room with a humidifier/vaporizer and see if that helps moisten any secretions and relieve the congestion. You could also try a saline nasal spray. Otherwise, he needs to be examined by a vet to determine the cause and treat. He may need an antibiotic and/or other medications and your vet can prescribe.

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