Canine Normal Temperature
A body temperature below 100 or above 103F warrants a call to your veterinarian. Body temperature in dogs is most often measured rectally. Gauging body temperature by the moistness of the nose or how warm the ears or head feels is not reliable.
When your dog is ill, you may have to determine whether or not he has a fever by taking your dog's temperature. It's relatively easy and all you need is a oral or rectal thermometer, either digital or mercury. An ear thermometers can also be used in dogs. They are generally fast and easy but it is essential to use a proper technique to obtain an accrate temperature reading. Learning how to take your dog's temperature properly can help determine if immediate veterinary care is needed. Your dog's normal rectal temperature is 100.5 to 102.5 degrees Fahrenheit. Higher temperatures may need a trip to your veterinarian depending on other symptoms.
Is your dog acting sick or having a problem? Symptoms are generally a sign of disease. Learn more about what could be causing your pet's problem by clicking on the symptom that he is having.
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