There are many health issues or environmental factors that can cause a dog’s body temperature to vary outside of the normal range. Puppies have a bit cooler normal body temperature between 94 and 97 degrees Fahrenheit until they’re about a month old. The usual temperature of a healthy, normal, adult dog is 100 to 102.5 degrees Fahrenheit, which averages out to about 101.3 degrees Fahrenheit. Like humans, the temperature of a dog’s body can vary a bit while still being completely healthy. You should also do this when your dog is healthy and at rest to establish a normal baseline so you can tell if something is wrong. You should take the measurement multiple times, as it can vary a bit. You can feel your dog’s heart beat with your hand on your dog’s left side behind the front leg, or you can check the inside of the top of your dog’s hind leg.Ĭount the beats you feel for 15 seconds and multiply the result by four to get the beats per minute. To measure your dog’s heart rate, you’ll need a stopwatch or clock that can show you a count in seconds. If your dog’s resting heart rate is outside of the usual range, then it’s a good idea to see a vet. This can be a sign of many serious heart or blood conditions, or it could be a sign that your dog is out of shape and at risk for health issues.
On the other hand, there could be a problem if you notice changes in your dog’s resting heart rate while they’re relaxed. However, this is not often a cause for concern unless it results in health complications or worsens an existing condition. Heart rate can increase with normal exercise or emotional responses like excitement or stress. Large adult dogs can have a resting heart rate of 60 to 100 beats per minute, while s mall adult dogs can have a normal heart rate of 100 to 140 beats per minute.
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