How to tell if my dog has a fever?

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Dog Fever Symptoms. Although there are no definite signs, some symptoms that might indicate illness and fever in dogs include: Lethargy; Depressed mood; Shivering; Loss of appetite; Vomiting; Coughing; Nasal discharge; The only accurate way to tell if your dog has an increased body temperature is to take his rectal temperature. read more

However, finding out if your dog has a fever is a good way to figure out if it is actually sick. Documenting changes in body temperature could help a veterinarian to identify the cause of the illness in your dog and therefore help with treatment options. read more

Know What’s Normal – The most important step in figuring out whether your dog has a fever is knowing his normal temperature. Just like people, with healthy body temperatures ranging from 97.6 to 99.6, dogs’ normal body temperatures vary. read more