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A gagging dog can make an incredible noise, it is as if your dog is trying to vomit but nothing comes out.
Sometimes dogs can retch or cough as they try to clear their throat of debris or mucus and other times it can be caused by illness.
Some cases of dog gagging, dry heaving, or retching are absolutely nothing to worry about. It’s similar to humans when we’ve swallowed the wrong way.
But there are times when this behavior is a symptom of an illness or something of concern.
To answer the question of why dogs gag, here is our overview of what dog gagging is, common symptoms, causes, and how to stop it.
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Opening of the mouth; a throat spasm makes breathing or swallowing difficult.
Reverse action of the stomach and esophagus
Inflammation of the Larynx, Kennel Cough, or Infection
Feeling nauseous, Eating grass, Hunger Pang, Bronchitis or Irritation from foreign body
Feeling nauseous, Eating grass, Hunger Pang
Dog gagging is a throat spasm that makes swallowing or breathing difficult for your dog.
It usually happens directly before or after a cough: it is like your dog is trying to vomit and cough at the same time; however, unlike vomiting, nothing comes out.
If you are concerned about your dog with a recurring gag, then note whether the gag comes before or after the cough (this will be very helpful to your vet).
Dog gagging is most often caused by an inflammation in the larynx. As a part of the respiratory system, the larynx is also known as the voice box.
In a healthy dog, the larynx opens to allow air to enter the lungs and then closes during eating to stop food and water from entering the chest.
Dogs with an illness often have an inflammation of the larynx which is triggered by infection or irritation that can cause dog gagging.
As we discussed above, dog gagging is triggered by inflammation or irritation of the larynx.
Common causes of irritation generally include:
Some dog breeds are also prone to developing laryngeal paralysis which means the larynx no longer closes properly.
This means that water and food can get into the airway and will cause your dog to gag to clear it.
Breeds most susceptible to laryngeal paralysis include: Labrador Retrievers, Golden Retrievers, Weimaraners, Bernese Mountain Dogs, and Great Danes.
Another cause of gagging in dogs is infections.
The most common infection is one you have probably heard of… Kennel Cough.
This is an infection that is easily spread when dogs are in contact with each other (e.g. walks, daycare, or shows).
Kennel cough is caused by a range of bacteria and viruses with clinical symptoms developing 3-4 days after contact with an infected dog.
Management is key, so if your dog is gagging because of an infection, keep your infected dog away from other dogs.
Unless there is a severe infection that may need antibiotics, most dogs recover well without attention from a vet.
As always, a healthy dog is better equipped to fight infection, so focus on meeting their nutritional and exercise needs and giving them opportunities to rest and recover.
It is also worth considering that brachycephalic breeds are more prone to developing respiratory tract infections due to their narrow noses, trachea, and thickened mouth tissue.
If dog gagging is becoming a regular occurrence with your dog, pop to see your vet for further examination.
Retching is the reverse movement of the stomach and esophagus without vomiting.
It is caused by “feeling nauseous.”
Humans can retch too, you have probably noticed it yourself when smelling something you don’t like (e.g. dog poop or baby sick)!
You will notice dry heaving or retching if your dog is a frequent grass eater.
As they are trying to bring all that grass back up, they will dry heave, and retch.
You may also notice this behavior during hunger pangs – so when your dog is dry heaving, they eventually bring up a little bile.
This is nothing to worry about, the issue is when your dog is dry heaving or retching and it becomes frequent.
The most common causes include of dog retching include:
The most common illness which causes dog retching is chronic bronchitis; also known as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.
This is when the bronchi in your dog’s lungs become inflamed. It leads to a chronic cough, which can present as a dry hack or retching sound (like a smoker’s cough in humans).
It is more common in small or toy breeds but can occur in large breeds too.
Kennel Cough may also be the reason behind your dog retching, or dry heaving. However, in this instance, you will notice white foam in their mouth.
Another more benign cause of dry heaving in dogs is hairballs!
The concerning thing is that dry heaving or retching shows up on a lot of symptom lists for dogs.
The best course of action is to establish whether it is a one-off occurrence or on-going.
If it continues, monitor for other symptoms for potential illness identification.
Consider whether your dog could have been scavenging or exposed to irritants. If you are concerned, give your vet a call to advise next steps.
Dry heaving and retching are technically the same, it is generally triggered in response to a want to vomit (i.e. your dog feels nauseous).
Dog gagging is usually paired with a cough (which may come before or after the cough). This is important to note for your vet.
Your dog will widely open its mouth; it’s a throat spasm that makes breathing and swallowing very difficult.
Dry heaving and retching are almost interchangeable, it is the reverse movement of the stomach and esophagus without vomiting (like a hacking sound).
A common cause for dog gagging, heaving, or retching is kennel cough.
The most likely causes for heaving or retching is irritation from a foreign body – it could be undigested food, stones, sticks, bark, toys, crayons, coins… the list is long!
If you think your dog has a foreign body causing irritation, it’s best to speak with your vet.
There are many reasons for dog gagging, dry heaving, and retching, the most common of which is kennel cough (symptoms can show up in a range of illnesses) and irritation from foreign objects.
Most causes when in isolation are benign; that is, they are nothing to worry about.
The issue is when your dog’s gag becomes frequent and consistent, or it is paired with other symptoms.
As always, if you are concerned about your dog, then seek professional advice.
John Woods is the founder of All Things Dogs, member of the Association of Professional Dog Trainers, graduate in Animal Behavior & Welfare and recognized author by the Dog Writers Association of America.
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My great Pyraneese will gag 3xs in a row, maybe twice daily, usually after eating. She is 5 years old, has just started this gag sound in last 2 weeks.
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Dogs can be strange creatures. Typically, when a human gags multiple times it’s followed shortly by throwing up. However, that’s not always the case with dogs. If your dog is gagging but isn’t throwing up, it’s more common than you think.
…but that doesn’t change the fact that you want to help your poor furry friend! In this article, we are going to discuss what could be causing this gagging issue and how to help.
I’m sure the main question you’re asking is whether or not this is cause for alarm. Chances are good it’s not cause for alarm, but considering there’s also a chance it can be serious, it is probably best to take your dog to the vet to be safe.
With that quick “disclaimer” out of the way, let’s talk about what could be going on.
When a dog is gagging but not throwing up, this is called retching. In other words, an unsuccessful attempt at vomiting (or vomiting without results).
It’s important to observe your dog carefully to see if they are retching or if they are merely coughing. The reason for this is because the two can sound similar, but they often have many different causes.
The next thing you’ll want to decide is if it’s occasional or if it’s consistent. If this only happens for a few minutes every couple of weeks, it’s most likely not a cause of concern. However, if it’s a daily issue or has been going on for over 10 minutes straight, it could be a more serious issue.
The first thing you should do is listen to the sound. Coughs are usually much louder than gagging. You should know from your own experience the difference between the sound of a cough and the sound of a gag.
If you can’t tell by the sound, the next thing to look at is the stomach. When gagging, the stomach on your dog will quickly contract and suck in. They will also round their backs and tilt their head down.
Once you’ve confirmed your dog is gagging instead of coughing, it’s time to rule out the three biggest concerns that could be life-threatening
It’s important to stay calm. There’s a reason why on an airplane you’re told that in the event of an emergency, place your oxygen mask on BEFORE helping your child put on theirs.
If you freak out your rational decision making goes right out the door. It also adds to the stress level of your dog because dogs feed off humans body language. The best way to keep your dog calm when they’re gagging is if you stay calm.
Before checking for anything else, you want to check the mouth of your dog to see if they are choking on anything. Feel under the tongue, between the gums, and get a glimpse at the throat. Dogs tend to eat things they shouldn’t eat, and oftentimes these small foreign objects can get stuck in the throat.
If you notice your dog is choking, you will want to rush them to the vet. If there is someone with you, have them perform the dog version of the Heimlich maneuver while you are driving.
If your dog is not choking on a foreign object, the next step is to look for signs of GDV. GDV stands for Gastric Dilation and Volvulus. We won’t go into detail on what that means in this blog post, but for now know it is VERY serious and if you suspect your dog might have it, you should get them to the vet as soon as possible.
The only way to know with 100% certainty that your dog is suffering from this is to have the vet diagnose them, but there are some symptoms you can look for that will give you an idea on whether or not your dog is suffering from GDV.
Although this isn’t quite as serious as the first two, it’s still a reason to bring your dog to the vet.
If any of these symptoms are present with the retching, you should take your dog to the vet and see if they have kennel cough.
Hopefully all that GDV and choking talk didn’t scare you too much! Chances are good the gagging is NOT that serious, but on the off chance that it is one of those two areas of concern, it’s important to know what to look for.
There’s a MUCH better chance the cause is one of the reasons mentioned below.
The aging process is a beautiful thing, isn’t it? (read with sarcasm). As you might already know, as humans get older we tend to produce more mucus and phlegm. I know, sounds yucky, but it’s true.
It’s also true in dogs. The older your pup gets, the more mucus and phlegm they will produce. What does this mean? It means that to expel it, they may need to dry heave and gag until they move it into a place where it’s no longer uncomfortable.
We have NO idea why dogs eat grass. There are numerous theories out there, but none of them have been proven.
One thing we do know is that eating too much grass can cause your dog to dry heave and potentially vomit. So if your dog is gagging but not throwing up, think back and ask yourself if they have been eating grass lately. If they have, there’s a good possibility that is the cause. There’s nothing to be concerned about as long as it doesn’t last more than 10-15 minutes straight.
Most stomach viruses will cause vomiting (and usually diarrhea), but when your dog gets a stomach virus, they lose their appetite (just like humans). If they stop eating, they won’t have anything in their stomach to vomit which will result in constant gagging without actually throwing up.
If you suspect this might be the case, make sure you get your dog to drink some water. If they refuse, try sweetening it up by placing a little flavor in there for them. If they still refuse to drink any water, you’ll need to bring your dog to the vet to prevent dehydration.
As you can tell, there are a lot of potential reasons your dog might be gagging but not throwing up. Most of them are not cause for concern, but there are a few causes that can be life-threatening.
As always, if you aren’t sure it’s best to take your dog to the vet to be on the safe side. The last thing you want is for something to happen to your dog because you thought it wasn’t anything serious.
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