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Dog Fever Signs and Symptoms

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A dog's normal temperature should be between 100 and 102 degrees Fahrenheit. A dog fever is when the dogs temperature reaches over 103 degrees Fahrenheit. However, your dogs temperature will vary one or two degrees given his emotional state and activity level, so an elevated temperature may not always be a sign of illness. A temperature over 105 degrees is very serious and should be handled accordingly.

Signs and Symptoms of a Possible Fever Are:

Body temperature raised above 103 degrees Fahrenheit
Cold and shivering
Depression or appearing sad
Increased respiratory or heart rate
Coughing
Sneezing
Watery eyes
Excessive drooling
Red or swollen gums
Lethargy
Vomiting
Diarrhea
Fainting
Dull coat
Decreased activity level
Problems urinating for more than 12 hours
Loss of balance
Scratching at the eyes or ears for a long period of time
Discharge from eyes, nose or ears
Difficulty breathing
Prolonged panting
Whimpering for unknown reason
Loss of appetite for more than 24 hours
Weight loss while eating more
Restlessness
Excessive sleeping
Excessive thirst

A normal, healthy dog will have bright and cheerful looking eyes. Whenever something is wrong with your dog, you should notice changes in behavior and attitude. If you suspect that your dog has a fever, the best method of checking a temperature is by using a rectal thermometer.

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