We’ve already established that dogs can stretch out and sleep an afternoon away, especially a hot Phoenix afternoon. But does your dog snore when she is zonked out?

Mine does. Like a little tug boat.

Dogs snore for some of the same reason as people snore. And some decidedly canine reasons:

 •Weight: The spare tire around the dog’s middle can push the upper airways closed.
•Nasal Congestion: Colds or allergies can plug up your dog’s nose.
•Having a Flat Face: Bulldogs, Pekingnese and Boston Terriers often have more nasal infections and easier blocked airways than longer nosed breeds. Consequentially, they almost always snore. Beagles, like mine, are known to snore because of the design of their tongue palate
•Cigarette smoke: No, your dog is not sneaking cigs while you are at work. But she could get secondhand smoke from someone in the house who smokes. Tobacco irritates the airways

Should I be worried if my dog snores?
If your dog suddenly starts to shake the house with her snores, yes! And if you notice that she is not her chipper self that could be a sign that she is not getting good quality sleep, despite all the sack time she seems to log.

If her snoring is bothering you and it has been for a while, try changing the shape of her bed.