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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.
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Give Ibuprofen to dog for fever?
Do not give Ibuprofen to a dog; it is not safe to use in dogs.
What if your adult dog has a fever what can you give her?
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
What should you give your dog for a fever she is nursing puppies and weights approx 10 lbs?
a vet
How much Bufferin can you give a dog?
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.
Can you give your pit bull aspirin to reduce a fever?
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.
My dog is running a fever of 105. Unable to get to a vet until Monday. I have ampicillin capsules of 0.5g. Would it be safe to give to my 50 pound dog if I can't get her fever down. And what dosage?
NO. Try asking the Vet you have an appointment with if these are safe or if there are any ways of reducing the temperature.
What does dog need when he has a fever?
A Veterinarian.
What can you give your dog that you can buy at a drugstore for her bad cough she has from getting valley fever until you can get her to a vet?
If your dog has the Valley fever and you want to try go over-the-counter medication asked the pharmacist if a cough medicine for humans would hurt your dog. Try that until you can afford to see the vet.
Can dog get a fever when female has 1st period?
It is called being in heat or in season, is when the dog can become pregnant. No there should not be any signs of a fever. The normal temperature in a dog is 101 to 102 degrees. If your dog is running a fever while in heat, I would take her in to be checked out by a Veterinarian.
Can candy give you a fever?
Normally, candy won't give you a fever. If the person is allergic to an ingredient in the candy, then a fever or worse may result.
How can you stop a dog's fever?
See your Vet
What is the temperature of a sick dog?
A better question would be what is the temperature of a normal dog. That would be about 101 to 102. Above that would mean that the dog has a fever. Also remember, just because a dog is sick does not mean that the dog would always have a fever.
