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Feverishness is a common symptom of the body fighting infections, and is of course a sign if ill health. In humans we are aware of what a fever feels like to the touch, the first instinct would to feel how hot Fido is. A dog's temperature is naturally slightly higher than that of a human: usually about three degrees, between 37.8C (100F) and 39.3C (102.7F). Therefore Fido will normally be hotter if you feel around his ears or his nose. The question would be is he hotter than his usual temperature? He may also be showing more serious signs of illness such as an itch which he'll be scratching; he might find it painful to move; he may even have diarrhoea and vomiting. Unfortunately only a trained professional can tell by touching a dog if there is a fever; and even then they will know that the surest way of telling is with a thermometer. The usual method of taking a dog's temperature with a thermometer is via the rectum. Obviously this will not be the most enjoyable experience for poor old Fido, particularly if he's not feeling at his best. Insertion can be made easier by coating the thermometer with petroleum jelly. A mild fever in dog, as well as in a human is not necessarily a bad thing: it helps to boost the immune system. If the temperature is slightly above 102F, monitor Fido, and check again a little while later to see if it has altered. A mild fever should be allowed to clear up all by itself consult but a vet if in any doubt. Sometimes poop in the passage can give a false reading, so allow Fido to go before taking his temperature again. If Fido's temperature increases to 105F or above and it's maintained at that level, this is much more serious and immediate attention should sort from a vet. Article Source: http://www.articlewheel.com
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