{"id":163559,"date":"2022-07-14T12:26:09","date_gmt":"2022-07-14T12:26:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/can-you-use-a-human-thermometer-on-a-dog\/"},"modified":"2022-07-14T12:26:09","modified_gmt":"2022-07-14T12:26:09","slug":"can-you-use-a-human-thermometer-on-a-dog","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/can-you-use-a-human-thermometer-on-a-dog\/","title":{"rendered":"Can you use a human thermometer on a dog?"},"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\/can-you-use-a-human-thermometer-on-a-dog\/#Can_you_use_a_human_thermometer_on_a_dog\" title=\"Can you use a human thermometer on a dog?\">Can you use a human thermometer on a dog?<\/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\/can-you-use-a-human-thermometer-on-a-dog\/#What_is_a_healthy_temperature_for_a_dog\" title=\"What is a healthy temperature for a dog?\">What is a healthy temperature for a dog?<\/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\/can-you-use-a-human-thermometer-on-a-dog\/#How_do_you_tell_if_a_dog_has_a_fever_without_a_thermometer\" title=\"How do you tell if a dog has a fever without a thermometer?\">How do you tell if a dog has a fever without a thermometer?<\/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\/can-you-use-a-human-thermometer-on-a-dog\/#What_type_of_thermometer_can_you_use_on_a_dog\" title=\"What type of thermometer can you use on a dog?\">What type of thermometer can you use on a dog?<\/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\/can-you-use-a-human-thermometer-on-a-dog\/#How_do_you_tell_if_a_dog_has_a_fever_with_a_human_thermometer\" title=\"How do you tell if a dog has a fever with a human thermometer?\">How do you tell if a dog has a fever with a human thermometer?<\/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\/can-you-use-a-human-thermometer-on-a-dog\/#Can_I_check_my_dogs_temperature_from_home\" title=\"Can I check my dog&#8217;s temperature from home?\">Can I check my dog&#8217;s temperature from home?<\/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\/can-you-use-a-human-thermometer-on-a-dog\/#Can_you_take_a_dogs_temperature_on_their_forehead\" title=\"Can you take a dog&#8217;s temperature on their forehead?\">Can you take a dog&#8217;s temperature on their forehead?<\/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\/can-you-use-a-human-thermometer-on-a-dog\/#How_can_you_tell_that_your_dog_has_a_fever\" title=\"How can you tell that your dog has a fever?\">How can you tell that your dog has a fever?<\/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\/can-you-use-a-human-thermometer-on-a-dog\/#Can_I_check_my_dogs_temperature_with_a_human_thermometer\" title=\"Can I check my dog&#8217;s temperature with a human thermometer?\">Can I check my dog&#8217;s temperature with a human thermometer?<\/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\/can-you-use-a-human-thermometer-on-a-dog\/#What_is_a_normal_body_temperature_for_a_dog\" title=\"What is a normal body temperature for a dog?\">What is a normal body temperature for a dog?<\/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\/can-you-use-a-human-thermometer-on-a-dog\/#What_is_an_unhealthy_temperature_for_a_dog\" title=\"What is an unhealthy temperature for a dog?\">What is an unhealthy temperature for a dog?<\/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\/can-you-use-a-human-thermometer-on-a-dog\/#How_can_I_take_my_dogs_temperature_without_a_thermometer\" title=\"How can I take my dog&#8217;s temperature without a thermometer?\">How can I take my dog&#8217;s temperature without a thermometer?<\/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\/can-you-use-a-human-thermometer-on-a-dog\/#What_can_I_give_my_dog_for_a_fever\" title=\"What can I give my dog for a fever?\">What can I give my dog for a fever?<\/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\/can-you-use-a-human-thermometer-on-a-dog\/#Can_you_tell_if_a_dog_has_a_fever_by_touching_its_head\" title=\"Can you tell if a dog has a fever by touching its head?\">Can you tell if a dog has a fever by touching its head?<\/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\/can-you-use-a-human-thermometer-on-a-dog\/#How_do_you_feel_a_dogs_temperature\" title=\"How do you feel a dog&#8217;s temperature?\">How do you feel a dog&#8217;s temperature?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_you_use_a_human_thermometer_on_a_dog\"><\/span>Can you use a human thermometer on a dog?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Yesbut not just any human thermometer. Glass thermometers, for example, arent safe for pets, since its possible that your dog will move suddenly while youre taking their temperature, causing the thermometer to breakand that wouldnt be fun for either of you.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_a_healthy_temperature_for_a_dog\"><\/span>What is a healthy temperature for a dog?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>101.0 to 102.5xb0F<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_you_tell_if_a_dog_has_a_fever_without_a_thermometer\"><\/span>How do you tell if a dog has a fever without a thermometer?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Feel his nose.<\/b><b>If its wet and cold, hes fine<\/b><b>Here are the most common signs:<\/b><\/p>\n<li>Red eyes.<\/li>\n<li>Lethargy\/lack of energy.<\/li>\n<li>Warm ears.<\/li>\n<li>Warm, dry nose.<\/li>\n<li>Shivering.<\/li>\n<li>Loss of appetite.<\/li>\n<li>Coughing.<\/li>\n<li>Vomiting.<\/li>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_type_of_thermometer_can_you_use_on_a_dog\"><\/span>What type of thermometer can you use on a dog?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>There are two popular types of thermometers: <b>digital and rectal. Digital thermometers are placed into the ear canal and rectal thermometers are inserted, as the name implies, into the rectum. However, dogs and cats often resist both options so taking a temperature can be challenging.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_you_tell_if_a_dog_has_a_fever_with_a_human_thermometer\"><\/span>How do you tell if a dog has a fever with a human thermometer?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>The most common symptoms of a fever in dogs are:<\/b><\/p>\n<li>Red or glassy-looking eyes.<\/li>\n<li>Warm ears and\/or nose.<\/li>\n<li>Shivering.<\/li>\n<li>Panting.<\/li>\n<li>Runny nose.<\/li>\n<li>Decreased energy.<\/li>\n<li>Loss of appetite.<\/li>\n<li>Coughing.<\/li>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_I_check_my_dogs_temperature_from_home\"><\/span>Can I check my dog&#8217;s temperature from home?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>For a rectal thermometer, first lubricate it with petroleum jelly or baby oil. Gently insert it about an inch into your dogs anus and then remove it as soon as you get a reading. Ear thermometers are less invasive, yet still a reliable way to take your dogs temperature.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_you_take_a_dogs_temperature_on_their_forehead\"><\/span>Can you take a dog&#8217;s temperature on their forehead?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Some tips to get accurate readings: You can use both Celsius and Fahrenheit units. <b>Place the thermometer at the center of the dogs forehead or ear to get the accurate reading<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_can_you_tell_that_your_dog_has_a_fever\"><\/span>How can you tell that your dog has a fever?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The best way to check your dogs temperature is to <b>use a digital thermometer for rectal use, some pet stores carry thermometers made just for pets. It is recommended that you keep a separate thermometer just for your dog and store it where you keep your dogs supplies.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_I_check_my_dogs_temperature_with_a_human_thermometer\"><\/span>Can I check my dog&#8217;s temperature with a human thermometer?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Most thermometers intended for use in human ears do not work well for this purpose. To take your dogs temperature, first coat the thermometer with a lubricant such as petroleum gel or baby oil. Next, gently insert the thermometer about one inch into your dogs anus and wait for results.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_a_normal_body_temperature_for_a_dog\"><\/span>What is a normal body temperature for a dog?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>101.0 to 102.5xb0F<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_an_unhealthy_temperature_for_a_dog\"><\/span>What is an unhealthy temperature for a dog?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>A dogs normal body temperature is typically between 99.5xb0F and 102.5xb0F (38 and 39.2). Anything outside of the above temperature range can signal a medical condition. If your dog has a temperature <b>under 99xb0F (37.2) or over 104xb0F (40), this is considered a medical emergency.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_can_I_take_my_dogs_temperature_without_a_thermometer\"><\/span>How can I take my dog&#8217;s temperature without a thermometer?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Here are 4 steps:<\/b><\/p>\n<li>Feel your dogs ears and paws. Dogs have a slightly higher temperature than humans, so his ears and paws should only be slightly warmer than your hands.  <\/li>\n<li>Feel and check your dogs nose.  <\/li>\n<li>Check your dogs gums.  <\/li>\n<li>Feel your dogs groin area and armpits.<\/li>\n<p>03-Apr-2020<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_can_I_give_my_dog_for_a_fever\"><\/span>What can I give my dog for a fever?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>To reduce fever in dogs, <b>apply a towel or cloth soaked in cool water to your dogs ears and paws and run a fan near your dog. Stop applying the water when your dogs temperature drops below 103 F. Continue to monitor your dog closely to ensure that the fever doesnt return.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_you_tell_if_a_dog_has_a_fever_by_touching_its_head\"><\/span>Can you tell if a dog has a fever by touching its head?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Dog fevers can be very difficult to detect at home and are often discovered at the veterinary office. This is because a dogs temperature is naturally higher than a humans, and <b>it is almost impossible to detect a fever by touching a dogs skin<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_you_feel_a_dogs_temperature\"><\/span>How do you feel a dog&#8217;s temperature?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>To take your dogs temperature, first <b>coat the thermometer with a lubricant such as petroleum gel or baby oil.<\/b><b>Next, gently insert the thermometer about one inch into your dogs anus and wait for results. Most thermometers sold for this purpose will take less than 60 seconds to register.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Table of Contents Can you use a human thermometer on a dog?What is a healthy temperature for a dog?How do you tell if a dog has a fever without a thermometer?What type of thermometer can you use on a dog?How do you tell if a dog has a fever with a human thermometer?Can I check&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":4,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_kad_post_transparent":"","_kad_post_title":"","_kad_post_layout":"","_kad_post_sidebar_id":"","_kad_post_content_style":"","_kad_post_vertical_padding":"","_kad_post_feature":"","_kad_post_feature_position":"","_kad_post_header":false,"_kad_post_footer":false,"spay_email":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[622],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-163559","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-pet-care"],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/163559"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/4"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=163559"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/163559\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=163559"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=163559"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=163559"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}