Why is my dog panting excessively and breathing fast, but seems fine?

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Oh my God, her panting is driving me crazy!! She is panting and won't stop...but will go outside and chase June bugs..she is eating and drinking and going to the bathroom without problems..she is just breathing so fast..I don't have the money to pay for emerge care..her tongue and gums are pink..started a few days ago. Her vet really doesn't know what she has. Gave a few lasix shots.1st shot helped 2nd didn't help too much, no heart worms...HELP. Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Small (up to 22lb) | Female | unspayed | 9 years and 8 months old | 20 lbs

Dr. Dayna, DVM, CVA · Accepted Answer

Panting can be associated with pain and with anxiety as well as metabolic problems. Is she drinking more water than normal? Did it just seem to start? I would worry about diabetes, pyometra, and Cushings disease however there are certainly other possibilities. If blood work has not been run yet then I would encourage you to have your veterinarian run a chemistry panel and CBC on Monday to look for evidence of any of these problems. Best of luck and I hope she improves soon. Thank you for using Pet Coach.

Why is my dog panting excessively and breathing fast, but seems fine?

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