The dog has a fever for a reason, I'm assuming you have taken their temperature, a high fever is very serious, please see the vet NOW
Do not give Ibuprofen to a dog; it is not safe to use in dogs.
Processed dog foods are classified into puppy and adult food. You should give the adult dog food then. Also, homemade dog food can be given to adult dogs.
Yes. Germs don't care how old you are.
Yes, if the adult dog was not vaccinated against distemper he can be infected by a sick puppy. If the adult dog has current vaccinations he is not at risk.
A dog's normal body temperature is much warmer then that of a human. A dog is considered having a fever when his core body temperature is above 103 degree. A dog with a true fever needs medical treatment immediately as this is a serious condition in a dog.
A dish of water, and a female dog.
no. don't give your dog pain medicine for people. only give what your vet recommends.
There is not a specific danger zone for a fever in an adult. A fever for an adult is consider to be 100 degrees Fahrenheit or higher. If it reaches102 or higher and does not respond to fever reducing medication, medical attention is needed.
a vet
You can give a dog Buffered Aspirin 5-12.5 mg per pound, every 12 hours for pain, inflammation, and fever. Usually one regular strength tablet (325mg) for a 50-60 pound dog.
no!!go to your vet, they will have a solution!!**Correction/Improvement**It is difficult to know whether a dog has a fever or not. A dry nose does not indicate fever. The most accurate indicator of a fever in a dog is the old fashioned thermometer up the rear.However, one dose of aspirin will not harm your dog and may make it more comfortable while waiting for your vet appt.A typical aspirin dose is 5 to 10 mg per pound (10 to 20 mg/kg) twice daily for dogs. Always give with food.
Some degree of fever is common after surgical procedure.