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Why is my chihuahua wheezing multiple times a day? Is it serious?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Chihuahua (Smooth Coat) | Male | unneutered | 1 year and 6 months old | 9.6 lbs

My chihuahua has been wheezing like 5 times a day each separated by 5 hours

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Answered By Claudia Fioravanti

Veterinarian

Published on January 2nd, 2019

Hi, wheezing can be secondary to several conditions such as infection, asthma etc. I would recommend to have her checked over to understand what is causing it and how to help her feel better. Hope this helps !

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