Can Dogs Get Hiccups? 3 Causes and 3 Treatments to Try
There are some wacky things we wonder about when it comes to our pooches. Much like our bewilderment around why our dogs eat poop or why our pup licks their nose, we may also wonder can dogs get hiccups?
If hiccups plague your pooch regularly, you may want to know what causes them and what you can do to help. Let’s find out what some of the culprits may be.
Overly Excited or Anxious Behavior
A common cause of hiccups is when your pup becomes stressed or even overly excited. Along with fervent playing comes rapid or irregular breathing.
Eating or Drinking Too Fast
Drinking or eating too fast usually leads to swallowing air along with their meal and unwanted hiccupping.
Upset Stomach
Some even believe that dogs hiccup when they’re trying to relieve an upset stomach. As such, it’s important to invest in good quality dog food for your pup to aid in healthy digestion.
How Can You Get Rid of Your Pup’s Hiccups?
You may not be able to give your pup a fright to scare the hiccups out of them or make them hold their breath, but there are some possible solutions.
Regulate Their Breathing
A good way to do this is to get your pup on their back for a good old-fashioned belly rub. Some light exercise might also do the trick.
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