My dog is swallowing strangely

Hi there, This kind of noise can have several causes. It can be a sign of discomfort in dogs that are naturally anxious. It could also be down to a bit of an object, some dry food, or hair stuck to the roof of your pet's mouth or in their teeth. If you can, gently open their mouth to check the roof of the mouth and their teeth. If you see something stuck, you can try to remove it as carefully as possible. If you don't feel confident or you can't manage it, don't force it and go to see your vet. If it's a piece of thread or string, whatever you do, don't pull it out; see your vet so they can handle it themselves. It could be a linear foreign body that has gone further down the digestive tract. This swallowing issue can also be caused by chemical or thermal irritation (if they've lapped up a hot drink left on the coffee table, chewed an electrical cable, or nibbled a mildly toxic plant). This can lead to a sore mouth. To soothe that burning or tingling sensation, they might salivate and swallow more than usual. An unusual smell from the mouth, slight swelling of the gums, or discomfort when chewing often provide further clues. Once the cause is removed, these symptoms should gradually fade. It's still best to have a check-up with the vet, though. Other things can cause this noise as well. Ideally, you should consult your regular vet. If your dog isn't showing any other signs besides this swallowing (stomach pain, drooling, restlessness, lethargy, abnormal behaviour...), then it's likely nothing serious. Best regards, Laura