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My dog has nasal cancer and is reverse sneezing. Is it related?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Hello, my dog has been exhibiting sort of reverse sneezing for so long but lately he's been diagnosticated with nasal cancer, I suppose years ago episodes aren't related but now he started again and I can't tell if it's related to his nasal issue, I tried to force him swallowing by tapping his nose or gently petting his throat but nothing, I'm worried

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Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

Veterinarian

Published on March 9th, 2017

I'm so sorry that your dog has nasal cancer! Given that he has this diagnosis and is reverse sneezing, I would suspect that it may be related to his cancer. If the sneezing continues, I would have him seen by a vet as this can be an indication the cancer has spread. Again, I'm sorry about his diagnosis :-(

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