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Why is my overweight dog suddenly making a hoarse snoring sound?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | American Pit Bull Terrier | Female | spayed | 5 years old

My dog has started making a hoarse sound when relaxed breathing sounds like coming from chest she's overweight also but this just started kinda sounds like snoring

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Answered By Jennifer Ladd, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on January 30th, 2017

There are several things that could cause increased respiratory noises that you are describing. Bronchitis, pneumonia, asthma are all possibilities but her weight could contribute as well. I would focus on weight loss and bring her in for an exam . Chest adiogralhs and a good physical exam would be very helpful to diagnose

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