Reverse Sneezing Reverse sneezing, also known as Pharyngeal Gag Reflex or Paroxysmal Respiration, is a relatively widespread respiratory condition in dogs that is normally triggered by a spasm in the pooch's soft palate as well as laryngeal area. (crotonanimalhospital.com)
In this respect, the spectrum of species in Lake Victoria is now similar to that found in Lake Tanganyika or in marine habitats, where fish with pharyngeal jaws have existed alongside competitors without such jaws for up to 60 million years and have therefore never become specialized for predation on large fish. (sciencedaily.com)
While reverse sneezing — formally known as pharyngeal gag reflex — normally doesn't need veterinary attention, tracheal collapse often requires surgery. (cuteness.com)