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Snoring Pets: A Veterinarian’s View

Dr.Sheldon Gerstenfeld a renowned veterinary surgeon, Director of the Chestnut Hill Veterinary Hospital in Glensid, PA. Author of the ASPCA Complete Guide to Dogs and Birds, “Yes, dogs and cats snore”.   Are there certain breeds that snore? Dr.Sheldon Gerstenfeld, “Snoring generally is the result of a slight obstruction such as post-nasal drip or a small, loose amount of tissue in the throat that manifests itself when a pet breathes. Often, such snoring is a consequence of allergies or of being overweight, just as in humans. Research has shown that Pugs and Pekingese are particularly prone to snoring because they have an elongated soft palate, which...