What to do if a Chihuahua has a fever, what to pay attention to when a Chihuahua has a fever

Pet dogs like Chihuahuas can actually experience fever and discomfort just like humans. However, for many novices, Chihuahua fever can be felt by touch, so they need to know what are the characteristics of Chihuahua fever? 1

What are the characteristics of a Chihuahua with fever and lack of energy?

When a Chihuahua shows signs of wilting, likes to lie down, etc., you need to pay attention. Don’t think that it is simply caused by weather problems and ignore it. fact. When you call enthusiastically, he just glances at you feebly from the corner of his eyes, and then shakes his tail a few times. This is definitely a sign of physical discomfort. You need to be more vigilant and observe closely! Loss of appetite

The Chihuahua is uncomfortable and has no energy. Naturally, the desire for food has not been greatly reduced. At most, he licked a few mouthfuls, and then he lay down with a melancholy look on his face. Shortness of breath

Another symptom of Chihuahua fever is that the breathing will be very rapid. If you can see the belly, you will find that the color of the belly is redder than usual, and the whites of the eyes will also be red. Dry and hot nose

Once the Chihuahua's body feels unwell, the warning on the nose will come very quickly. Dry and hot nose is definitely a sign of discomfort, but it is not completely correct to judge based on this alone. Although it has a fever Your Chihuahua's nose may become hot and dry at times, but because there are many mucus glands on the dog's nose, it is still possible to secrete mucus normally to keep the nose moist. 2

How many degrees does a Chihuahua have a fever?

Over 39 degrees.

The normal body temperature of a Chihuahua should be 38-39 degrees. To determine whether it has a fever, you should measure its temperature and put the thermometer into the Chihuahua’s anus. If the body temperature exceeds 39 degrees for a long time, If the temperature reaches 40.5 degrees, it means that the Chihuahua has a high fever. 3

How to judge whether a Chihuahua has a fever?

If a Chihuahua has a fever, you can touch the inner ear side of the Chihuahua, but it may not be accurate. Generally, it requires experience to feel it out. It is best to be able to touch it according to the Chihuahua’s fever symptoms, and use the following two methods of measuring body temperature to determine whether it has a fever:

1. Place the thermometer on the heel of the dog’s leg, just like the human armpit, and after five Take it out after a few minutes and check if the body temperature is normal.

2. To measure the Chihuahua’s anal temperature, one person needs to hold the dog down, and the other person lifts the dog’s tail upward, and then slowly insert the thermometer into the anus. You can also use a little cooking oil to lubricate the anus before insertion. 4

Can Chihuahuas have a fever on their own?

A mild cold and fever are fine.

In fact, Chihuahua dogs are just like humans. They only have a mild cold and fever. They may be able to heal themselves by giving them more water to drink. However, if the fever is high and the situation is serious, they need medical treatment.

But generally speaking, if a Chihuahua has a fever, it is recommended that the owner take immediate measures and do not wait for the Chihuahua to recover on its own, lest the fever becomes serious. 5

What should I do if my Chihuahua has a fever? Drink more water

First, let the Chihuahua drink more water to promote more urination and lower the body temperature. However, there is a situation where the Chihuahua does not use it, that is, combined with canine distemper. For small Chihuahuas, you should treat the small ones first, and then focus on treating canine distemper. Never give it water, otherwise it will aggravate the condition. Take antipyretics

If the fever does not go away, you can take antipyretics. Western medicine is not recommended. You can use some common cold medicines. The first one is isatis root, which can fight the canine distemper virus. Rinse isatis root with water. Give it directly to the dog, 2-3 times a day. If the Chihuahua is older, you can drink more. Be sure to consult a veterinarian before using western medicine. If the medicine is used incorrectly, it will interfere with the treatment of canine distemper. Wipe with alcohol

You can use 75% alcohol or warm water to wipe the limbs, chest, back and neck. You can also use a towel soaked in ice water or cold water to apply cold compresses, usually around the neck, groin, armpits, etc. , change it every 5 minutes. Pay attention to diet

In addition, pay more attention to dietary hygiene. During the fever period, dog food must be light and greasy food cannot be given to Chihuahua. Send to the hospital for treatment

If you want to reduce the fever quickly, or you don’t know what to do, you should send your Chihuahua to the pet hospital in time. You can take the dog to the hospital for a routine blood test first. If there is no problem, Just give it a subcutaneous injection to reduce fever. 6

What should you pay attention to when measuring the temperature of a Chihuahua?

1. Under normal circumstances, the body temperature of a Chihuahua always remains constant, usually slightly lower in the morning, slightly higher in the afternoon, and varies between day and night. The temperature difference generally does not exceed 1 degree.

2. Before measuring the Chihuahua’s temperature, let the dog rest quietly for a while, so that the measurement result will be accurate.

3. To determine whether the dog’s body temperature is too high or has a fever, the dog’s body temperature must remain at a relatively high level for a long period of time, because there are many factors in life that can cause the dog’s body to temporarily Fever, for example, a dog that has just been exercising may have a high body temperature. Therefore, to determine whether a dog has a fever, you must also observe the dog's body for a long time to see its body temperature. 7

Precautions for Chihuahua fever

1. Do not touch the belly to determine whether the dog has a fever. If you really need to rely on your hands, you need to touch the side of the dog's inner ear (experience is required). If you want to measure the puppy's temperature, you can use an anus meter used for children and gently insert it into the dog's body to measure.

2. When a Chihuahua has a fever, do not feed powerful Western antipyretics, especially for puppies, as the side effects are serious.

3. For Chihuahua puppies, sometimes the body temperature is slightly high, which is not a sign of illness. Some puppies may have a difference of one or two degrees at different times every day. This is due to mood, activity or environment. caused by the impact.

4. Chihuahuas sometimes stay in unventilated places in summer and are exposed to the scorching sun for too long. Even if they pant and stick out their tongues, they will not cool down. At this time, they should be placed in a ventilated and cool place.