To assist your dog in fighting a fever, you can wet a cloth and gently put it around his ears and paws. Image: Ars Creations/Pexels
Signs your dog has a fever and needs immediate help
Dogs, like humans, get a fever when their body temperature goes higher than usual. If your dog has a fever visit the vet.
To assist your dog in fighting a fever, you can wet a cloth and gently put it around his ears and paws. Image: Ars Creations/Pexels
It’s really sad to see your pet suffering from a fever.
Dogs, like humans, get a fever when their body temperature goes higher than usual.
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A healthy dog’s temperature should be around 101–102.5°F.
A dog with a fever may have temperature changes above this range.
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Signs of a fever in dogs
Apart from an unusual body temperature, there are various signs that may show your dog has a fever. Some of the most common signs include:
- Lethargy or weakness
- Redness in the eyes
- Warm ears
- Dry nose
- Loss of appetite
- Vomiting
- Shivering
Detecting a fever in dogs can be tricky as their body temperature can change due to emotions. So, it’s essential to watch for these other signs.
But the best way to confirm if your dog has a fever and understand why is to visit the vet.
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To assist your dog in fighting a fever, you can wet a cloth and gently put it around his ears and paws.
You may also use a special cooling vest designed for dogs to help reduce their temperature.
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This article was compiled with the help of Artificial Intelligence
