Updated On September 23rd, 2025
Pet's info: Dog | Labrador Retriever | Male | unneutered | 2 months and 15 days old | 7 lbs
Hi I recently brought home a Labrador puppy and ive noticed that he is breathing rapidly and fast. Is it something I should be worried about and is he heating up and do I have to do something for that?
1 Answer
Published on April 18th, 2017
If Buddy is breathing fast after playing or if the room temperature is particularly high it might be completely normal. Dogs breath very fast with an open mouth to decrease their body temperature. If the fast breathing happens during rest/slipping time I would suggest a check up with your local vet for a thorough clinical examination an chest auscultation.
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