My puppy breathes fast on me, but normal in his bed. Is this okay?

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When my puppy lies on me his breathing seems to be really rapid but when he’s in his basket he seems to breath normally. Pet's info: Dog | Cavalier King Charles Spaniel | Male | unneutered | 2 months and 6 days old

Dr. Elizabeth · Accepted Answer

Congratulations on your new puppy Freddie! The best time to count the respiratory rate is when they are resting and not stimulated. Normal resting respiratory rate for puppies is roughly 15-30 breathes per minute. When he is stimulated, it will be higher. If you are noticing anything worrisome, make an appointment with the veterinarian for an exam. You can also record a video of him breathing during the times of concern so your doctor can how he looks. I hope this helps and thank you for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach.

My puppy breathes fast on me, but normal in his bed. Is this okay?

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