Why is my dog breathing fast?

Your dog may be breathing fast after running or when he is warm; however, if the dog breathes faster for no apparent reason, you need to detect the problem. There are a few reasons why your dog may be breathing fast including pain or the lack of sufficient oxygen. read more

Why Dogs Pant Heavily: Common Causes and Treatments. Panting helps dogs cool off when they’re hot or engaged in vigorous exercise. Dogs take between ten and thirty breaths a minute, depending on their size. Get to know what your dog’s everyday breathing and panting looks like so you’ll more quickly notice suspicious changes. read more

Tachypnea is the term for rapid breathing in dogs and unless consistent or combined with other symptoms is usually nothing to worry about. read more