What should I do if my two month old teddy dog has a fever

Welcome a cute two month old teddy bear to your home, like a furry little angel, bringing endless joy to life. However, small lives are always fragile. If one day they discover that they have a fever, the anxiety and worry they experience must be felt by every pet owner. So, what should we do when a two month old teddy dog has a fever?

Two month old teddy dogs are in the puppy stage, and their immune system is not yet fully developed, just like a newly built castle. The defense works are not strong enough, so they are easily affected by various factors and have a fever. Infectious factors are one of the common causes, such as bacterial infections. When puppies explore new environments, if they come into contact with items contaminated with bacteria, bacteria may take advantage of the situation; Viral infections are equally dangerous, such as canine distemper virus, parvovirus, etc. These viruses have great destructive power on puppies. Once infected, fever is often one of the initial symptoms. In addition, non infectious factors should not be ignored, such as heatstroke. Puppies are lively and active, and if they play in high temperature environments for a long time in hot weather, they are prone to heatstroke and fever; There are also external injuries. The little teddy dog is curious and may accidentally bump into sharp objects, causing trauma. If the wound is not treated properly, it can cause inflammation and fever.

When a teddy dog has a fever, there will be many obvious symptoms. In terms of mental state, it, which was originally lively and energetic, will become listless, no longer chasing toys and circling around you as usual. It may just quietly lie in the corner, and its eyes will lose their former radiance. In terms of appetite, there will be a significant decrease, and there will be no interest in the dog food and snacks that I usually like to eat, and I may not even smell them. From the perspective of body temperature, a normal puppy's body temperature is between 38.5 ℃ and 39.2 ℃. If a thermometer is used to measure and the dog's body temperature exceeds 39.2 ℃, it is likely to be a fever. There are also breathing and heartbeat. When they have a fever, their breathing becomes rapid and their heartbeat also increases. Careful observation shows that the dog's abdomen is rapidly rising and falling.

The most accurate way to determine whether a teddy dog has a fever is to measure its body temperature. You can use a pet specific thermometer. Gently insert the thermometer into the dog's anus, making sure to move gently to avoid injuring the dog. Generally, measure for 3-5 minutes and take out the reading. If there is no pet specific thermometer, a human thermometer can also be used, but the operating procedures should also be followed. In addition to measuring body temperature, it is also crucial to make comprehensive judgments based on the dog's mental state, appetite, behavior, and other factors. For example, if a dog has poor mental health, does not eat, and is accompanied by rapid breathing, even if their temperature has not been measured, they may still have a suspicion of fever and need special attention.

Once it is confirmed that a two month old teddy dog has a fever, the first thing to do is to take it to the pet hospital as soon as possible. Do not self medicate at home, as the physical functions and dosage of medication for puppies are different from those of adult dogs. Blindly medicating may not only fail to cure the disease, but also cause greater harm to the dog's body. On the way to the hospital, it is important to keep your dog comfortable by wrapping it in a soft towel or blanket to prevent it from catching a cold. After arriving at the hospital, doctors usually conduct detailed consultations to understand the dog's daily diet, activity, vaccination status, etc. They also conduct comprehensive physical examinations, including blood routine, C-reactive protein testing, etc., to determine the specific cause of fever, and then develop targeted treatment plans based on the diagnosis results.

Careful care during treatment is crucial for the recovery of dogs. Provide a warm, quiet, and comfortable resting environment for dogs, avoiding excessive noise and disturbance. In terms of diet, it is important to ensure a balanced nutrition and choose easily digestible foods, such as wet food specifically for puppies, goat milk powder, etc. If the dog is unwilling to eat actively, it can be fed slowly with a syringe or spoon. Also pay attention to replenishing water for dogs. Fever can cause dehydration in the dog's body, and sufficient water can promote metabolism and help the body recover. You can prepare a clean water bowl so that your dog can drink water anytime. At the same time, it is necessary to closely monitor the changes in the dog's condition, such as whether the body temperature has decreased, whether the mental state has improved, whether the appetite has recovered, etc. Any abnormalities should be promptly reported to the doctor.

A two month old teddy dog with a fever is a test for both the owner and the dog. But as long as we master the correct coping methods, seek medical attention in a timely manner, and take care of our dogs carefully, we can definitely help them overcome the disease and restore their former liveliness and health. Every little teddy bear is a little treasure in our lives, they give us unconditional love, and we must use all our patience and responsibility to protect their health.