{"id":10305,"date":"2022-03-25T06:42:26","date_gmt":"2022-03-25T06:42:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-you-calm-a-dog-from-panting-at-night\/"},"modified":"2022-03-25T06:42:26","modified_gmt":"2022-03-25T06:42:26","slug":"how-do-you-calm-a-dog-from-panting-at-night","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-you-calm-a-dog-from-panting-at-night\/","title":{"rendered":"How do you calm a dog from panting at night?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_17 counter-hierarchy counter-decimal ez-toc-grey\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"display: none;\"><i class=\"ez-toc-glyphicon ez-toc-icon-toggle\"><\/i><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class=\"ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1\"><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-you-calm-a-dog-from-panting-at-night\/#How_do_you_calm_a_dog_from_panting_at_night\" title=\"How do you calm a dog from panting at night?\">How do you calm a dog from panting at night?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-you-calm-a-dog-from-panting-at-night\/#When_should_I_worry_about_dog_panting\" title=\"When should I worry about dog panting?\">When should I worry about dog panting?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-you-calm-a-dog-from-panting-at-night\/#Why_is_my_dog_breathing_heavy_and_fast_at_night\" title=\"Why is my dog breathing heavy and fast at night?\">Why is my dog breathing heavy and fast at night?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-you-calm-a-dog-from-panting-at-night\/#Why_does_my_dog_start_panting_heavily_at_night\" title=\"Why does my dog start panting heavily at night?\">Why does my dog start panting heavily at night?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-you-calm-a-dog-from-panting-at-night\/#What_can_I_give_my_dog_to_stop_panting\" title=\"What can I give my dog to stop panting?\">What can I give my dog to stop panting?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-you-calm-a-dog-from-panting-at-night\/#Why_wont_my_dog_stop_panting_in_the_middle_of_the_night\" title=\"Why won&#8217;t my dog stop panting in the middle of the night?\">Why won&#8217;t my dog stop panting in the middle of the night?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-you-calm-a-dog-from-panting-at-night\/#Why_is_my_dog_panting_excessively_for_no_reason\" title=\"Why is my dog panting excessively for no reason?\">Why is my dog panting excessively for no reason?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-you-calm-a-dog-from-panting-at-night\/#How_long_is_too_long_for_a_dog_to_pant\" title=\"How long is too long for a dog to pant?\">How long is too long for a dog to pant?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-you-calm-a-dog-from-panting-at-night\/#Why_is_my_dog_panting_so_fast_while_resting\" title=\"Why is my dog panting so fast while resting?\">Why is my dog panting so fast while resting?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-you-calm-a-dog-from-panting-at-night\/#Why_is_my_dog_breathing_so_fast_while_sleeping\" title=\"Why is my dog breathing so fast while sleeping?\">Why is my dog breathing so fast while sleeping?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-you-calm-a-dog-from-panting-at-night\/#Why_is_my_dogs_breathing_worse_at_night\" title=\"Why is my dog&#8217;s breathing worse at night?\">Why is my dog&#8217;s breathing worse at night?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-you-calm-a-dog-from-panting-at-night\/#Should_I_be_worried_if_my_dog_is_breathing_fast\" title=\"Should I be worried if my dog is breathing fast?\">Should I be worried if my dog is breathing fast?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-you-calm-a-dog-from-panting-at-night\/#Why_does_my_dog_keep_breathing_heavy_at_night\" title=\"Why does my dog keep breathing heavy at night?\">Why does my dog keep breathing heavy at night?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-you-calm-a-dog-from-panting-at-night\/#Why_is_my_dog_panting_heavily_while_lying_down\" title=\"Why is my dog panting heavily while lying down?\">Why is my dog panting heavily while lying down?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-you-calm-a-dog-from-panting-at-night\/#How_do_you_calm_a_dog_down_from_panting\" title=\"How do you calm a dog down from panting?\">How do you calm a dog down from panting?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-you-calm-a-dog-from-panting-at-night\/#Why_is_my_dog_panting_heavily_at_night\" title=\"Why is my dog panting heavily at night?\">Why is my dog panting heavily at night?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_you_calm_a_dog_from_panting_at_night\"><\/span>How do you calm a dog from panting at night?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>How to Help Keep Your Dog from Panting at Night<\/b><\/p>\n<li>Go for a longer walk a few hours before bedtime, so your dog will be more tired and likely to sleep through the night.<\/li>\n<li>Also make sure your dog is active throughout the day and has lots of playtime for the same reason!<\/li>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"When_should_I_worry_about_dog_panting\"><\/span>When should I worry about dog panting?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Remember, panting is normal for a dog after exercise, excitement, or when it&#8217;s hot. Call your vet immediately if any of the following applies: <b>Your dog&#8217;s panting starts suddenly.<\/b><b>You think your dog may be in pain<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_is_my_dog_breathing_heavy_and_fast_at_night\"><\/span>Why is my dog breathing heavy and fast at night?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>If you notice that your dog is breathing fast while at rest, or breathing fast while sleeping, they could be experiencing <b>respiratory distress. Contact your vet if you notice any of the following signs: Noticeably labored breathing (engaging stomach muscles to help breathe) Pale, blue-tinged or brick red gums.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_does_my_dog_start_panting_heavily_at_night\"><\/span>Why does my dog start panting heavily at night?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>If your dog is panting at night, <b>anxiety and stress are likely to be to blame. A stressed-out pet is going to struggle to get to sleep, and their anxiety about what Is happening around them is likely to manifest itself in disruptive behavior overnight. CBD is a good way to deal with a dog with stress.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_can_I_give_my_dog_to_stop_panting\"><\/span>What can I give my dog to stop panting?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>What to Do if Your Dog Is Panting Heavily<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Cool your dog by wetting them with a hose, and move them indoors or at least to the shade.<\/li>\n<li>Offer them water to drink.<\/li>\n<li>Call your veterinarian or a local emergency hospital for guidance.<\/li>\n<li>If you have to bring your dog to the hospital, run the air conditioner in your car.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>31-Jul-2020<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_wont_my_dog_stop_panting_in_the_middle_of_the_night\"><\/span>Why won&#8217;t my dog stop panting in the middle of the night?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>If your dog&#8217;s panting at night and it&#8217;s not too hot in the room, it could be down to many things and you should take your dog to the vet for a diagnosis. <b>It could be as a result of anxiety, particularly if your dog&#8217;s separated from you during the night, as they may feel stressed about being away from you<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_is_my_dog_panting_excessively_for_no_reason\"><\/span>Why is my dog panting excessively for no reason?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Excessive panting is <b>a common symptom of discomfort or pain. In fact, dogs who are uncomfortable often exhibit panting well before more obvious indicators of pain, such as whining or limping, arise. When the heart is doing an inadequate job of pumping blood around the body, the tissues become deprived of oxygen.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_long_is_too_long_for_a_dog_to_pant\"><\/span>How long is too long for a dog to pant?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Most dogs don&#8217;t pant for long and their breathing is back to normal within a few minutes. But if your pooch is panting for longer than <b>10 minutes then it&#8217;s a sign that they are probably overheating or suffering from another illness. Abnormal panting can be a sign of illness.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_is_my_dog_panting_so_fast_while_resting\"><\/span>Why is my dog panting so fast while resting?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>If you notice that your dog is breathing fast while at rest, or breathing fast while sleeping, they could be experiencing <b>respiratory distress. Contact your vet if you notice any of the following signs: Noticeably labored breathing (engaging stomach muscles to help breathe) Pale, blue-tinged or brick red gums.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_is_my_dog_breathing_so_fast_while_sleeping\"><\/span>Why is my dog breathing so fast while sleeping?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Dogs that are breathing fast while sleeping <b>may be experiencing exciting dreams, sinus congestion, allergies, or pain. Additionally, some dog breeds naturally breathe more quickly. Concerned pet owners should contact a veterinarian if their dog begins wheezing, drooling, or panting during sleep.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_is_my_dogs_breathing_worse_at_night\"><\/span>Why is my dog&#8217;s breathing worse at night?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Another reason for your dog&#8217;s heavy breathing at night may be due to <b>a warm sleeping environment. Typically, a dog&#8217;s internal body temperature is much warmer than a human&#8217;s, ranging from 100 to 102 degrees F. If their room is too warm, they may start panting to cool themselves down.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Should_I_be_worried_if_my_dog_is_breathing_fast\"><\/span>Should I be worried if my dog is breathing fast?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Fast breathing in dogs may indicate a number of conditions, injuries or illnesses and should be evaluated by your veterinarian as soon as possible. Some potential causes include: Asthma. Breed characteristics (squish-faced breeds may be more prone to breathing problems)<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_does_my_dog_keep_breathing_heavy_at_night\"><\/span>Why does my dog keep breathing heavy at night?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Dogs might <b>start breathing fast while sleeping due to a change in sleep cycle or a stuffy nose. But rapid breathing can also be a symptom of a life-threatening illness or injury. If you notice additional symptoms, like heavy panting and drooling, you should visit a veterinarian as soon as possible.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_is_my_dog_panting_heavily_while_lying_down\"><\/span>Why is my dog panting heavily while lying down?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Heavy panting is <b>one sign your dog may have suffered an injury. Other signs of pain or trauma in pets include enlarged pupils, reduced appetite, a reluctance to lie down, restlessness, anxiety, and licking or biting at the pain site. Dogs may mask their pain with normal behaviors, such as wagging their tail.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_you_calm_a_dog_down_from_panting\"><\/span>How do you calm a dog down from panting?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>You want to <b>cool them off gradually. Give your dog cool, not cold, water. Or give them ice cubes to lick. After you&#8217;ve started cooling your dog down, take your dog to the vet immediately.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_is_my_dog_panting_heavily_at_night\"><\/span>Why is my dog panting heavily at night?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Excessive panting is <b>a common symptom of discomfort or pain. In fact, dogs who are uncomfortable often exhibit panting well before more obvious indicators of pain, such as whining or limping, arise. 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