RusselRocky
Mama Doe
For a nethie to have breathing issues. By this I mean squeky or noisy breathing??? Has anyone ever come across this before? Jive has it.
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Is it normal...?
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Jack's-Jane
Wise Old Thumper
Yes they can have noisy breathing but I would not say it is 'normal'
It is often due to some sort of nasal congestion/obstruction-often related to Dental issues (elongated tooth roots)
The shape of the Nethie skull makes them prone to both Dental and Respiratory tract problems.
I would consult your Vet
It is often due to some sort of nasal congestion/obstruction-often related to Dental issues (elongated tooth roots)
The shape of the Nethie skull makes them prone to both Dental and Respiratory tract problems.
I would consult your Vet
RusselRocky
Mama Doe
Yes they can have noisy breathing but I would not say it is 'normal'
It is often due to some sort of nasal congestion/obstruction-often related to Dental issues (elongated tooth roots)
The shape of the Nethie skull makes them prone to both Dental and Respiratory tract problems.
I would consult your Vet
Thank you. I am just wondering though could these problems have been there always? I have ad her from when she was 8weeks old and she has always had noisy breathing?
ClaireAndLouis
Young Bun
Louis is part Netherland Dwarf, and he has always breathed heavily. (and he snores!)
I took him to two vets, and they have both said that everything is fine.
But it's always good to double check, and get a vet's opinion.
I took him to two vets, and they have both said that everything is fine.
But it's always good to double check, and get a vet's opinion.
RusselRocky
Mama Doe
I don't think she is stressed. She seems perfectly happy. :wave:
