{"id":14636,"date":"2023-05-16T08:55:46","date_gmt":"2023-05-16T08:55:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/zigzag.dog\/blog\/uncategorized\/reasons-why-your-dog-snores-zigzag\/"},"modified":"2023-05-16T09:05:48","modified_gmt":"2023-05-16T09:05:48","slug":"reasons-why-your-dog-snores-zigzag","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/zigzag.dog\/en-us\/blog\/puppy-behavior\/separation-and-sleep\/reasons-why-your-dog-snores-zigzag\/","title":{"rendered":"Reasons Why Your Dog Snores – Zigzag"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

I don\u2019t know why, I didn\u2019t make the rules, but unlike human snores dog snores are cute and puppy snores are next level super cute! It can be common to hear a dog snoring, for some it\u2019s a peaceful vibrato, while other dogs sound like a chainsaw or fog horn when they snore! What\u2019s your dog\u2019s \u2018snore style\u2019 like? There\u2019s actually a variety of reasons why dogs snore, as well as some breeds of dog that definitely snore more than others.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Sleep tight and snore less with these tips we’re sharing today. Yep, we\u2019ll be helping you out with the reasons why dogs snore, whether you should be worried about your puppy snoring, letting you know what breeds might snore more than others, as well as tips to stop or lessen your dog\u2019s snoring.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n


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Why do dogs snore?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

So why do dogs snore? There are a number of reasons, including anatomy, weight, sleeping position, and underlying medical issues. Brachycephalic breeds with shorter snouts, such as French Bulldogs and Pugs, are especially prone to snoring. Snoring in dogs can also be caused by obesity, sleeping position, and allergies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Breed <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Some dog breeds are more prone to snoring than others. For instance, brachycephalic breeds like Pugs<\/a>, French Bulldogs<\/a>, British Bulldogs, Boxers<\/a>, and Boston Terriers have a shorter snout which makes them more likely to snore.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Large or heavy set breeds like Great Danes, Mastiffs, Rottweilers<\/a> and St Bernards can also snore due to their airway being restricted when they sleep.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Weight <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Overweight dogs snore more! Yep, excess weight can put pressure on the airways and can cause breathing problems, which can make them snore more than their svelte friends.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Climate where you live <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

If you live in a hot place then your dog may snore more as, again, they struggle to breathe or may pant a lot when the temperatures are high. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Sleeping positions <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Much like human snorers, dogs who sleep on their backs<\/a> are more likely to snore than dogs who sleep on their sides.<\/p>\n\n\n\n


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Allergies <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

If your dog has seasonal, environmental, or food allergies it can cause congestion and make them snore more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n


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Medical reasons <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Respiratory problems, like an elongated palate, sleep apnoea, and nasal tumors, are all reasons that can cause your dog to snore.<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Is your dog sniffing or sneezing? Read more in our articles: Why does my dog keep sneezing<\/a>, kennel cough in puppies<\/a>, and causes and treatment of a puppy runny nose<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Should I be worried about my puppy snoring? <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Snoring is a very normal behavior<\/a> for many dogs, so your dog sounding like a foghorn isn\u2019t usually anything to worry about, however brachycephalic breeds that have problems with their soft palate, or small nostrils can have problems as their airway is restricted.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If the snoring comes out of nowhere, and your dog is panting, breathing fast<\/a>, or showing other signs of having problems breathing, then do check with your Vet<\/a>. Better safe than sorry!
It\u2019s worth asking your Vet if you have a Frenchie<\/a>, Boston Terrier, Pug<\/a>, or any of the other breeds of dog mentioned below, and your dog is snoring a lot.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Do some breeds snore more than others? <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Yes, some breeds of dog will snore more than others, either due to their skull shape, small nostrils, elongated palate, collapsed trachea, or also because they\u2019re a very large or heavy breed of dog that carries a lot of weight.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Pugs <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Aaah the Pug<\/a>, these little clowns can snore a lot as they\u2019re a brachycephalic breed meaning their face is flat and their snout short with small nostril nares, making getting enough air in to be difficult.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

French Bulldogs <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

As a brachycephalic breed, French Bulldogs<\/a> snore a lot! Sadly, over the years, selective breeding for more extreme flat face shapes has resulted in a dog who often has an elongated soft palate as well as very small nostrils, causing problems with their breathing, meaning they often choke or snore when asleep.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

British Bulldogs <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Not only are British Bulldogs a brachycephalic breed, so they have a flat face with an elongated soft palate and small nostrils, but they also carry a lot of weight due to their heavy set structure which can add to breathing difficulties<\/a> and an increase in snoring.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Boston Terriers <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Bostons\u2019 despite being quite a slinky and spritely breed, still have a brachycephalic conformation which can not only make them snort but also mean they can gag or choke a lot in their sleep.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Great Danes <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

These gentle giants can grow to weigh up to 80KG as an adult. While they have a long muzzle, the pressure of their large size can cause breathing problems as their large size and extra weight can block their airway when they try and sleep, causing quite a loud snore!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

St Bernards <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

These dogs are also a brachycephalic breed, though we don\u2019t think of them being so much due to their huge size, but just like Boxers<\/a> they have a smushed face which can make breathing a problem and make them snore more. They have an elongated soft palate, as well as being a large heavy set breed and boy is their snore LOUD!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What should I do about my dog’s snoring? <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Is your dog’s snoring more of a roar? Keep reading for ways to quieten the beast: <\/p>\n\n\n\n