If you didn't think America's British cousins weren't a little bit off already‚ the strange case of Clyde Zaube probably isn't going to change your mind. Priests in London apparently thought Zaube had arranged the funeral for his brother‚ Lauris Zaube. The service was filled with people. There was a...

One of the major reasons that conservatives and right-wing thinkers oppose mass immigration is the disruption it causes to the native labor market. It's very common that when swaths of unskilled laborers come across the border‚ American workers will see negative effects in response. That's exactly what's occurring as Tyson...

A former U.S. attorney who resigned last year amid a DOJ investigation into unethical conduct and who was once a top candidate touted by Joe Biden and Democrats‚ now has even more trouble coming her way. Former U.S. Attorney Rachael Rollins was forced to resign in disgrace in May from...

It took an 11-year-boy's discovery in the wake of the Oct. 7 terror attacks in Israel to remind everybody of who the historical inhabitants of the Jewish state were. According to the Jerusalem Post‚ an 11-year-old boy who usually lives on a kibbutz found a coin from the Hasmonean Dynasty‚...

After a career making history in college and pro basketball‚ John Stockton is taking his name‚ and his game‚ to a different kind of court. The former Utah Jazz point guard‚ NBA Hall of Famer and current podcast host is leading a federal lawsuit filed against the state of Washington attorney...

President Joe Biden wasted no time rewarding his top aides who helped in his mishandling of documents after Special Counsel Robert Hur issued his report on the matter‚ promoting many of them within a day of its release. Hur's investigation found that Biden "willfully retained classified materials after the end...

March 18‚ 2024

At the Great Revelations Academy in Dearborn‚ Michigan‚ the convergence of extremist Islamic teachings and Sharia adherence unveils a disturbing reality of Islamic radical grooming within U.S. borders‚ underscored by the troubling fact that the U.S. government has granted tax-exempt status to an institution facilitating such jihadist indoctrination. RAIR Foundation (h/t Marvin W) In a […]

100 years ago today‚ the classic silent film The Thief of Baghdad‚ written by and starring Douglas Fairbanks‚ debuted in cinemas. Freely adapted from stories within One Thousand and One Nights‚ it tells the story of a thief who falls in love with the daughter of the Caliph of Baghdad. In 1996‚ the film was […] The post Good News in History‚ March 18 appeared first on Good News Network.

If you’re like many new puppy owners‚ every move your pet makes might seem adorable‚ even sneezing. However‚ if your puppy keeps sneezing‚ you might be worried. In this article‚ we’ll tell you seven common reasons your puppy might be sneezing‚ plus when you should be concerned that there’s something serious going on. The 7 Reasons Why Your Puppy Keeps Sneezing 1. Excitement One of the most common reasons puppies sneeze is to communicate excitement to other dogs and people. Puppies may sneeze while socializing with other dogs or you may notice them having a sneeze attack when you get home from work or get out the leash to go for a walk. Anytime your puppy is happy or excited‚ they might start sneezing. Sometimes‚ puppies will sneeze as a way to show submission. Frequently‚ your puppy’s sneezing might just be their way of trying to tell you or another dog something. Image Credit: DinaSova‚ Shutterstock 2. Inhaled Foreign Material Another reason your puppy keeps sneezing could be that they’ve snorted foreign material into their nose. Dogs use their nose as their chief investigative tool and may sometimes inhale something into their nasal passages. Usually‚ the problem occurs when your puppy is sniffing outside. Foxtails‚ grass‚ twigs‚ leaves‚ or bugs could get stuck in your puppy’s nose as they explore. When this happens‚ your puppy may sneeze excessively and paw at their nose‚ trying to dislodge the foreign item. 3. Nasal Irritation Puppies may sneeze if they sniff or inhale something irritating their nose. For example‚ strong fragrances‚ dust‚ pollen‚ or smoke could make your puppy sneeze. These substances are made up of tiny particles that may get stuck in your puppy’s nose and cause irritation. The puppy may sneeze repeatedly‚ attempting to dislodge the particles and clear their nasal passages. Inside the home‚ scented candles‚ cooking odors‚ or essential oil diffusers are common causes of nasal irritation. Image Credit: Suzanna Bunch‚ Shutterstock 4. Infection Sneezing is a possible sign that your puppy has developed an upper respiratory infection. Bacteria‚ fungal spores‚ or viruses can cause infections. Typically puppies that spend time in crowded living situations‚ like an animal shelter‚ are at higher risk of developing upper respiratory infections or catching kennel cough. Typically‚ you’ll notice other signs‚ including nasal discharge‚ coughing‚ fever‚ and lethargy. 5. Allergies Allergies are a less common cause of sneezing in young puppies‚ as they typically take time to develop. However‚ older puppies‚ especially of breeds prone to allergies‚ could still be impacted. Generally‚ sneezing can be a sign of environmental allergies‚ such as pollen‚ dust mites‚ or other pets. Environmental allergies may occur seasonally or all year round. If your puppy’s sneezing is related to allergies‚ you may notice other signs‚ such as frequent scratching or watery eyes. Image Credit: PHATSUKE‚ Shutterstock 6. Nasal Mites If your puppy likes to dig‚ they could be sneezing due to nasal mites. These small bugs live in the dirt and can crawl or be inhaled into your puppy’s nose. Puppies who dig or are in contact with other infected dogs are most at risk of becoming infested with these pests. Once inside the puppy’s nose‚ nasal mites cause intense irritation and inflammation. In addition to frequent sneezing‚ nasal mites often cause thick and sometimes bloody nasal discharge. 7. Breed-Related Issues Sometimes‚ your puppy keeps sneezing because of their breed. Brachycephalic dog breeds with smooshed faces and short noses are more inclined to sneeze because their nasal passages are more restricted than dogs with longer noses. Boston Terriers‚ Bulldogs‚ and Pugs are some of the dogs that may sneeze more frequently. Brachycephalic breeds are also more likely to snort‚ a sound often confused with sneezing. However‚ snorting occurs when the puppy inhales noisily while sneezing forcefully blows air out. Image Credit: Vikafoto33‚ Shutterstock Should You Be Concerned If Your Puppy Keeps Sneezing? As you can see‚ there can be several reasons why your puppy keeps sneezing. So‚ when should you be concerned about it? If your puppy’s sneezing seems excessive and doesn’t just happen when they’re playing or excited‚ it could be a cause for concern. Sneezing and other signs like nasal discharge‚ bloody nose‚ coughing‚ or wheezing may indicate a more serious medical problem. Lethargy‚ poor appetite‚ and weight loss are also troubling signs. If your puppy sneezes frequently and paws or scratches at their nose‚ it could also point to a problem. Contact your vet if you notice any of these signs. Conclusion If you notice your puppy sneezing‚ one of the seven common reasons could be to blame. While sneezing can be a perfectly normal behavior‚ it could also indicate a medical problem. Even if you suspect you know what’s happening with your puppy‚ don’t give them any medication or treatment without talking to your vet first. Sources “Why Is My Dog Sneezing?” “Reverse Sneeze in Dogs” “Is Your Dog Sneezing? Here Are 6 Possible Causes” Featured Image Credit: Petr Smagin‚ Shutterstock The post Why Does My Puppy Keep Sneezing? 7 Vet-Reviewed Reasons appeared first on Pet Keen.