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Why is my dog sneezing and coughing like he needs to throw up?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed | Male | neutered | 1 year and 5 months old | 104 lbs

Pilot keeps sneezing and like coughing like he needs to puke but he hasn’t yet! What could be the problem??

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Answered By Ana M, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on July 1st, 2018

Thank you for submitting your question regarding Pilot. He may have an upper respiratory tract infection based on the symptoms you have described. Affected dogs will typically have a gagging cough that may or may not bring up a white foamy material. They can sneeze and have eye or nose discharge. Some dogs are lethargic and will not eat as much. If his symptoms persist until tomorrow, he will need to see his veterinarian. If he is refusing to eat or drink, then I would have him seen today. In the meantime, keep him home and away from other dogs as he may be contagious. I hope this information helps!

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