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Why is my dog sneezing but acting normal? What could be the cause?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Shiba Inu | Male | unneutered | 5 months and 2 days old | 28 lbs

So Hachi been sneezing lately but he been acting normal.Hes eating ok and is also very active.Can you tell me what may be causing the sneezing.Thanks!

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Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

Veterinarian

Published on January 23rd, 2018

Hachi's sneezing could be a caused by a couple of things such as an upper respiratory infection, environmental irritant (dust, pollen), or allergies for example. Given that he is otherwise acting normal, I would monitor him for now. Should the sneezing continue over the next couple of days, it increases in frequency, he starts coughing, his appetite decreases, he becomes lethargic, and/or there is a discharge from his nose or eyes, then I would take him into the vet for a health check. Good luck, I hope this helps!

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