Why does my dog have a runny nose?

If your dog has a runny nose, it may be nothing to worry about. The most common cause of a clear nasal discharge is just nervousness. Allergies also be the cause of some runny noses. Neither of these problems will require a trip to the vet's. read more

A runny nose can be a big deal for a dog, who has 220 million smell receptors compared to your 5 million. And while nose discharge can be a sign of something as simple as your dog's excitement that you're home, it can also be a symptom of a problem as serious as cancer. read more

Most dogs with allergies will develop skin problems, unlike people who have symptoms like a runny nose and watery eyes. If your dog has a clear runny nose and is itching, taking care of the itching will probably resolve the runny nose. read more

A healthy dog may have a mild runny nose occasionally with no cause for alarm, but chronic or severe nasal discharge could indicate serious health issues. read more