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Why does my dog bark then suddenly lose his voice or bark sometimes?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Small (up to 22lb) | Male | neutered | 11 years and 10 months old | 20 lbs

What does it may mean when your dog loses his ability to bark sometimes? For example: bark bark bark then he can’t get the bark out.

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Answered By Ricardo Fernandez, DVM

Veterinarian, Veterinary Oncology Resident

Published on December 7th, 2018

Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! If he is able to produce a normal bark at first then this is not too concerning at all. This just means he did not get enough air through the cords to produce a normal bark. Basically just of a less intense effort. Have a great day!

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