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Why has my dog stopped barking and what should I do about it?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed | Male | unneutered | 4 years and 1 month old | 27 lbs

My four-year-old bully Chihuahua mix has lost his ability to bark. He is not himself and I need to know what this could be and what to do.

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

Veterinarian

Published on October 7th, 2019

Hi, and thanks for your question. This sign could be compatible with an upper respiratory tract inflammation/infection or possibly to a laryngeal/pharyngeal inflammation. 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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