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Body Temperature. 100.5 -101.5F (38.1C - 38.6C) but may be as high as 101.8 (38.8C) in stressful situations, such as at the vet's office.
Pulse. 70 beats per minute in large dogs; 120 beats per minute in small dogs. These rates are based on the animal being at rest - excitement, fear may increase the rate.
Respiratory Rate. 10 - 30 breaths per minute at rest or may be higher after exertion. Smaller animals tend to breathe faster.
Do not put any drops or ointment into your dog’s eyes. Consult your vet. Do not interfere with any lumps, bumps, wounds, cysts, rashes or anything else on your dog’s body. Consult your vet.
Copyright © 1997 by David Klein. Do you have any problems with
your pet? Then why not send your problem to DAVID THE DOGMAN.
David is a Canine Behaviourist who works and lives in Marbella,
Spain. Tel/Fax (00345) 2883388. His web site is located at:
http://www.thedogman.net. David has his own radio and TV shows,
and writes for many newspapers and magazines. David has been
working with dogs for many years and started his career in
Israel, working on the Border Police. He has been involved in
all forms of training, including air sea rescue, air scent
work,
and has trained dogs for finding drugs. David has devoted the
past 10 years to studying behaviour and the very passive
approach. He does not use choke chains, check chains, or any
form of aggression.
David The Dogman is available for private consultations in your
home, for further details telephone; Tel; (95) 2883388
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