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Why is my dog wheezing and breathing raspy? Could it be allergies?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Dachshund | Male | neutered | 6 years and 9 months old | 16 lbs

Why does my dog sound so raspy and kinda like hes wheezing? Is it his allergies?

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Answered By Angel Alvarado, LVT

Licensed Veterinary Technician

Published on April 2nd, 2019

It could be allergies. Without hearing or examining him, it is difficult to determine definitively. Other causes may include respiratory infection or inflammation, collapsing trachea, heart disease, trauma or foreign body. If symptoms persist, have him examined by your veterinarian.

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