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When running a fever, the dog's core body temperature becomes elevated. The easiest place to feel this, however, is on the ears rather than the forehead. If you suspect your dog is running a fever, you should take him to your veterinarian for an exam.
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∙ 12y ago
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∙ 11y agoA dog won't feel warm if it's running a fever. Their normal body temprature is warmer than a person's, it's between 101 and 102.5 degrees.
Some symptoms that can 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 running a fever is to take his rectal temperature.
To take your dog's temperature, first coat the thermometer with a little petroleum gel or baby oil. Then gently insert the thermometer about one inch into your dog's anus and wait for results.
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∙ 14y agoYes, if a dog's nose is hot it most likely means the dog has a fever. -SamRoxx16
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∙ 13y agoWhat it usually means is they have an ear infection.
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