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My dog is sneezing and has a stuffy nose. Should I go to the vet?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Medium (23 - 60lb) | Male | neutered | 2 years and 3 months old | 40 lbs

My dog has been sneezing alot and sounds like he has a stuffey nosey.. is there something I can do without taking him to the vet??

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Answered By Dr. Massimo Orioles, DVM, Cert AVP, MRCVS

Veterinarian

Published on January 5th, 2019

Unfortunately not much you can effectively do back home. This sign could be compatible with an upper respiratory tract inflammation/infection or possibly to a chronic rhinitis (inflammatory, allergic, infective). A clinical examination at your local veterinarian is essential to confirm these clinical suspicions and treat appropriately. Antibiotics may be needed. Hope this answer was helpful, but please do not hesitate to contact us again on the forum or by requesting a consultation if you have any more questions or to discuss it any further. If this answer was helpful please let us know, this will be used to improve our service!

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    Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

    Veterinarian

    Published on December 7th, 2016

    Poor Rosie! It does sound like she has a respiratory infection, and I think seeing a vet would be a good idea. She may benefit from antibiotics, so I would recommend taking her into your vet in the morning. In the meantime, if she's congested, you can also try using a humidifier or bringing her into the bathroom with the door closed while you take a hot shower - the steam and humidity help to break up congestion and temporarily relieve symptoms associated with respiratory infections.

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    Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

    Veterinarian

    Published on May 6th, 2017

    These could be signs that Ruby has a respiratory infection. I would have her seen by a vet for these symptoms. If she does have respiratory infection, the vet can prescribe medications to treat her symptoms. You can also try putting her in a room in a humidifier or bringing her into the bathroom when you take a shower. The steam from either can help temporarily with any signs of congestion.

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