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Why does my dog stay in the sun even when she's overheating?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Staffordshire Bull Terrier | Female | 11 years and 7 months old

Why does my dog stay in the sun when it over heats her as she will pant even though she can be in the shade

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Answered By Debi Matlack

Veterinary Technician

Published on May 5th, 2019

If you are really curious I believe there is genetic testing that can be done to determine cat breeds, but frankly, he will probably be called a 'domestic shorthair'. He's very handsome! He and his sister could technically be half-sibling the way we humans reckon it since kittens within the same litter can each have a different sire depending on how receptive their mother was when she was in season. Regardless of what breed he might be considered, he is one beautiful cat.

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