Avoid these 2 doggy hiccup tricks at all costs

Huff HIC! Your dog might get the hiccups if

Theyre eating or drinking too fast

When your pup practically inhales their food or gulps down their water

They tend to swallow lots of air which often leads to hiccups!¹

So if your dog gets hiccups after drinking

Try rationing out their water by putting less in their bowl, and filling it up more throughout the day.

That way, they wont gulp all the water (and air) down in one go.

If your pup gets hiccups around mealtime

I recommend making their very own slow feeder.

Just grab a muffin pan and divvy up your dogs food into the individual muffin cups.

This can help your pup slow down and properly digest their food

And make mealtime a little more fun!

Theyre playing REALLY hard

When your dog runs, jumps, plays, and pants, they can also swallow lots of air

And bam get the hiccups.

Now, if your dog is having a good time, I suggest simply waiting it out.

But if their hiccups seem to bother them, try offering a little water

And gently stroke the top of their noggin, ears, neck, and chin.

This can encourage your dog to slow down, take a break, and ease their panting

Which can also help ease their hiccups.

Theyre feeling stressed or anxious

When your dog feels anxious or stressed, it can cause their heart to beat a little faster

Which in some cases, can cause hiccups.³

So if your pup hiccups while showing other signs of anxiousness

Like pacing, whining, or hiding

Try calming them down with their favorite treats, a gentle back scratch, chest massage, or encouraging words.

These tactics can help lower their stress levels and heart rate

And help them feel more relaxed and at ease.

Theyre just super excited

Your dogs heart ALSO beats faster when theyre excited.

So when your pup races to the door to greet you

Or spots you grabbing their leash for a walk

They might get the hiccups out of pure excitement.

Now, sometimes your pup might get over-excited and lead to naughty behaviors

Like jumping on people, or ignoring commands.

To help them settle down, I recommend redirecting their attention with a treat or toy

And using calming tactics to set the mood like talking in a soft, gentle voice.

Important Note:

If your dog gets the hiccups daily, or they last for hours at a time

I recommend checking in with your veterinarian to rule out any bigger health issues at hand.