I noticed that my doggy's ears and nose are a bit warmer than usual (even when he's sleeping, he is still pretty warm). Should I be concerned? What should I do if he has a fever?
2006-12-15 19:28:37 · 1 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pets ➔ Dogs
Dogs noses are wet because they often lick them and this can happen so fast we may not see it. If a dog does not lick the nose, it may dry out. It is always dry> What breed or cross is the dog? Some breeds with brachycephalic (pushed in) faces may not reach the nose that well and it may feel dry. Dogs who have just gotten up from sleeping may have a dry nose.
Now, normal dog temp is 101.5 (average) and to us, they may feel like they have a temp. If you are worried, take the dog's temp or get a vet to take it and see if the dog is running a fever. And dry nose can be a symptom of other illnesses just as easily as it can be normal. So, are there any other things going on with your dog right now? If so, have him vet checked.
If the nose is realy dry, flaking and/or cracking, a small dab of petroleum jelly (aka Vaseline) can be used.
http://www.practical-pet-care.com/dog_question.php?ID=2.1628632985
If you're at all concerned just call your local vet and ask the question to them to be on the safe side....
2006-12-15 19:43:31 · answer #1 · answered by K 3 · 1⤊ 2⤋
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How do you know if your dog has a fever?
I noticed that my doggy's ears and nose are a bit warmer than usual (even when he's sleeping, he is still pretty warm). Should I be concerned? What should I do if he has a fever?
2015-08-02 04:55:24 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
A dog's nose isn't always cold. You can tell if dogs have a fever by feeling their foreheads, too. But the best way is use a thermometer. Either a traditional rectal model, or one of the modern ones you can put into the dog's ear.
The normal body temp of a dog is between 100 and 102 degrees.
2006-12-15 20:55:00 · answer #3 · answered by renodogmom 5 · 0⤊ 3⤋
Is your dog near a fireplace or another source of heat (Even been laying on the couch for an extended period of time or under a blanket), as this can raise their temperature.
Is your dog's nose MUCH hotter than usual? If so, he probably has a temperature. If he's just been lounging about the warm house, I doubt it.
2006-12-15 19:37:06 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 3⤋
He is probably okay, but if you want to take his temperature take a thermometer, stick it in some petroleum jelly, and insert it into the rectum. Leave it for about 3 minutes, depending on the thermometer, and then read it. Normal dog temperature is 101.5 plus or minus a degree (Fahrenheit).
2006-12-15 19:33:15 · answer #5 · answered by iluvmyfrenchbulldogs 6 · 1⤊ 2⤋
I believe that you can tell by their noses...wet is good dry is bad
2006-12-15 20:08:24 · answer #6 · answered by red_shorty_76 3 · 1⤊ 3⤋