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Why is my dog making a weird noise like he's gagging or choking?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Cocker Spaniel | Male | neutered | 15 years and 2 months old | 40 lbs

In the last probabaly 20-30 minutes my dog ( 15 year old Cocker spaniel) has been making this weird noise it almost seems like he’s gonna throw up or he ya something in his throat or nose. I’m not sure what it is

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Answered By David Elbeze, DVM, MRCVS

Veterinarian

Published on July 10th, 2019

I would need to actually see it to understand what you mean as this could be an attempt to throw up or coughing, both can look and sound very similar. if it carries on and doesn't stop you will need to take him to your vet to get it checked.

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