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My dog snorts after kennel cough vaccine. Is this a common side effect?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Small (up to 22lb) | Male | unneutered | 5 months and 25 days old | 5 lbs

Gizmo has had a snorting sound the last 2 days. I got is kennel cough vaccine and I was wondering if it could be from that just getting into his system?

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Answered By Jenny, DVM

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Published on February 26th, 2018

The kennel cough vaccine can cause minor irritation to the sinuses which can result in some sneezing or snorting. This can also be from allergies or an infection starting. If you notice any change in appetite or an ocular discharge then I would him techies by your vet. If not it will dry up and pass on its own

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