Tag: monitoring appetite
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When To Euthanize A Dog With Cushing’S Disease?
Cushing’s disease, or hyperadrenocorticism, significantly impacts a dog’s quality of life. This condition arises from the excessive production of cortisol, leading to numerous health complications. For pet owners, coping with the emotional and practical challenges of caring for a dog with this disease can feel overwhelming. Determining when to consider euthanasia is a deeply personal…
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How To Comfort A Dog With A Fever?
A dog with a fever can show subtle or obvious changes in behavior and comfort needs, and gentle, informed care helps reduce suffering while you decide on veterinary evaluation. Recognizing Fever in Dogs Normal adult dog body temperature is roughly 100.5–102.5°F, and many clinicians define fever as a sustained temperature above 103°F.[1] Dogs with fever…

