Symptoms of fever in dogs

Because many diseases are accompanied by fever symptoms, such as canine distemper and parvovirus. If the high fever persists, for safety reasons, it is best for the owner to take the dog to the hospital for examination first.
The symptoms of dog fever include elevated body temperature. Unlike humans, dogs have a higher body temperature than humans. Generally, the normal body temperature of dogs is between 37.5-39.3 degrees, which is slightly lower for adult dogs and slightly higher for puppies. If the dog's temperature exceeds 39.5 degrees, it can be considered that the dog has a high fever.
The most obvious symptoms of a dog having a fever are that the dog is tired, inactive, lethargic, and lacks energy even when going out to play. Symptoms of dog fever include very rapid breathing. If you can see the dog's belly, you will find that the color of the dog's belly is redder than usual, and some dogs' eyes will also be red.

Treatment methods for dog fever

If you want your dog to reduce fever quickly, you can first take your dog to the hospital for a routine blood test. If there are no problems, just give him a subcutaneous injection to reduce fever. . Take one pill each of Bupleurum + Antongding, repeat it every 6 hours, and the dog's fever will subside soon.
If the dog’s fever is not too severe and there is no pet hospital near your home, you can also use nursing treatments: 1. First, let the dog drink more water to promote more urination and lower body temperature. Antiviral drugs such as isatis root can also be given to dogs, but the dosage should be the same as for children. 2. Use 75% alcohol or warm water to wipe the dog’s limbs, chest, back and neck. You can also use a towel soaked in ice water or cold water to apply a cold compress, usually on the neck, groin, armpits, etc., and change it every 5 minutes. 3. In addition, pay more attention to dietary hygiene. Dog food must be light and greasy food cannot be given to dogs.

Precautions for dogs with fever

1. Do not abuse antipyretics as it may aggravate the dog’s condition.
2. If the dog’s temperature exceeds 40 degrees, it must be sent to the hospital for treatment in time.
3. If your dog has a fever, do not let it lie on the cold ground or use the air conditioner, as this can easily aggravate the condition.