Doggy Norms
You may find yourself asking what's normal?
Body temperature: 100.5 to 102.5 F (38 to 39.2 C)
Heart rate: 70 to 120 beats per minute
Respiration: 18 to 34 breaths per minute
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Comparable ages
Dog Human
6-12 months 10-15 years
12-18 months 15-20 years
18-24 months 20-24 years
4 years 32 years
6 years 40 years
8 years 48 years
10-12 years 56-64 years
13-14 years 68-72 years
15-20 years 76-96 years
Once your dog has had his/her primary puppy vaccinations, a regular check in with the vet for exams is one of the most important thing you can do to keep your k-9 healthy.
Is your dog acting strange?
Always call the vet if:
-Unusual behavior, including aggression or lethargy occurs.
-Unusual discharge from the nose, eyes or anywhere else on your dog.
-An increase or decrease in appetite that lasts more than a few days.
- Excessive head shaking, scratching or licking.
- Swelling or abnormal lumps.
- Limping or difficulty getting up or lying down. - Foul breath or excessive plaque and calculus deposits on teeth.
-Changes in urination or drinking habits.
-Persistent vomiting or diarrhea.
-Obvious injury or illness.
After hours you may be referred to an emergency clinic that will be able to better assist you.