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My dog reverse sneezes when drinking water. How can I help him?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Toy Poodle | Male | 9 years and 1 month old | 10 lbs

TomToe had reversed sneezing quite often for a few days,after my granddaughter dog jumped on him a week ago. it stopped and now he reverse sneezes every time he tries to drink his water and can't drink as much as he normally does. Is there anything I can do to help him so he can drink normal again? He still eats and is active other than reversed sneezing when he drinks

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Answered By Ana M, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on May 28th, 2018

Thank you for submitting your question regarding TomToe. He may actually have acquired an upper respiratory tract infection. Most dogs will exhibit coughing, but a few will only reverse sneeze. Allergies can trigger this problem as well. I would recommend that he sees his veterinarian tomorrow to be evaluated. He may require an antibiotic. Encourage him to drink as best you can so that he does not become dehydrated. I hope this information helps!

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