Veterinary Partner Reverse Sneezing. You may also see your dog breathing heavily through the nose. Regular sneezing occurs when the air is rapidly pushed out the nose, whereas during a reverse sneeze, a dog pulls air into the nose.
In dogs with tracheal collapse, medical management with steroids and cough suppressants can treat but not cure the condition. Vets love to share stories about clients who mimic the reverse sneeze in our exam rooms. Reverse sneezing, also known as pharyngeal gag reflex, can appear at first glance, quite a bit like an animal that is choking.