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Is my dog's panting from Dexamethasone or another health issue?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Chihuahua | Female | spayed | 10 lbs

My dog is on Dexamethasone, can it cause panting? Also, are there diseases that can cause it?

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Answered By Angel Alvarado, LVT

Licensed Veterinary Technician

Published on January 13th, 2018

Panting is a documented side effect of dexamethasone. It should stop after the prescription is finished or discontinued. Other causes of panting include pain, stress, heart disease or respiratory disease.

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