Why does my dog snort like a pig?

You describe a problem that has vexed dog owners, and wives, for centuries. Suddenly, and for no apparent reason, space and time are frozen as all normal activity stops. The head lowers, and the mouth closes, as a guttural scraping noise erupts from the viscera of the beast. read more

We have a black labrador/retriver mix who snorts like a pig whenever she lays down or sits on her hind legs. She's overweight and even has a big fatty deposit on her right shoulder, which the veterinarian said isn't serious unless it starts affecting her mobility in the future. read more

My black lab puppy seems to mimic a pig snorting and grunting whenever she lifts her head up to get a treat, (for instance) She is otherwise a very healthy dog, always playing. read more