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My dog is panting, barking, and crying. How do I help him settle down?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Shih Tzu | Male | unneutered | 8 years and 3 months old

My dogs doesn’t seem to be settling. He’s panting barking crying and yelling. There’s no visible reasons for this to be happening, is there anything I can do to try and settle him

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Answered By Jessica Desrosiers

Veterinary Technician

Published on February 24th, 2019

Poor Kenni! Moving him to a cool, quiet area may help, however if he continues to show signs of distress and heavy panting or any other signs of illness (tender belly, pale or blue gums, vomiting or diarrhea, etc), it could indicate severe pain or an issue which should be checked out by a vet ASAP if he is not calming down.

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