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My friend's puppy is panting heavily. Is this normal or concerning?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed | Female | unspayed | 3 months and 8 days old

I'm looking after my friends puppy and she is panting a lot would this be normal

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Answered By Linda G, MS, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on December 20th, 2017

Hello, & thank you for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach. Panting can result from many causes. Exercise, excitement, warm temperatures are normal & common causes, but fear, pain, & an elevated body temperature ( fever ), would be of concern. Depending on how long this has been occurring, & if you can not calm her down with a treat of a cool fan, she may be in need of seeing a veterinarian. Hopefully, she will be fine. Take care.

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