{"id":8457,"date":"2020-10-20T08:38:31","date_gmt":"2020-10-20T13:38:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sitmeanssit.com\/dog-training-mu\/san-antonio-dog-training\/?p=8457"},"modified":"2020-10-20T08:38:31","modified_gmt":"2020-10-20T13:38:31","slug":"does-my-dog-have-a-fever","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sitmeanssit.com\/dog-training-mu\/san-antonio-dog-training\/does-my-dog-have-a-fever\/","title":{"rendered":"Does My Dog have a Fever?"},"content":{"rendered":"

As a pet parent, being able to detect an oncoming fever can help significantly when your pup is sick. If you’re worried that your furry friend has a fever, or you want to be prepared if they ever do have one, here are some things you should know.<\/p>\n

First You Have to Know What’s Normal<\/h3>\n

The single most important step in recognizing Fido’s fever is knowing what their regular body temperature is. Dogs’ temperatures can vary, but overall a normal temperature for a dog should be between 100.4 and 102.5 degrees F. To have a foundational temperature you can use to compare future temperature readings to, you’ll need to take your pup’s temperature with a rectal thermometer<\/a> when they’re feeling good. If you have an upcoming vet visit or had a recent one where Fido was feeling well, you can also note the temperature taken at that time.<\/p>\n

Knowing what your canine’s healthy pulse, respiratory rate, and capillary refill time<\/a> are is also important for recognizing illnesses in the future.<\/p>\n

Know What Symptoms to Watch For<\/h3>\n

A change in your canine’s behavior will be your first hint that something is off. If your pooch is acting lethargic or seems uninterested in the activities they usually love, this could be a sign that they’re coming down with something. Other symptoms to watch for:<\/p>\n