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Why Your Cat Has Intermittent Fever
Intermittent fever in cats usually signals an underlying disease, and most recurring-fever cases turn out to be feline infectious peritonitis, or FIP. Diagnosis relies on blood and urine tests, and FIP needs continuous, consistent treatment supported by good nutrition.
Symptoms of Fever in Kittens
Not only people catch colds and fevers; small animals do too. The most obvious sign of fever in cats is a rise in body temperature; a temperature of 39.2°C means fever. Below we explain in detail the symptoms of fever in kittens.
What to Do When a Dog Has a Persistent High Fever
A dog with a sustained high fever must be taken to the vet at once, but ordinary fevers can be treated at home. Here are practical ways to manage a feverish dog.
What Medicine to Give a Dog With a Cold
As temperatures drop and daily temperature swings widen, dogs with weaker immunity can catch colds, with sneezing, runny noses and fevers. This article explains how to recognize a dog cold and how to treat it safely based on the dog's weight.
Fever in Dogs and Cats: Causes, Detection and How to Reduce It
Fever in dogs and cats can stem from infections or non-infectious issues like heatstroke and post-vaccine reactions. Learn how to take your pet's temperature, recognize fever signs, and safely reduce fever with cooling and vet-approved medication.
Common Causes, Symptoms and Treatment of Pet Colds
Pets catch colds easily — usually from chills (season changes, baths, drafts, rain, cold floors) or low resistance. A plain cold can worsen into something serious, so treat it early. Never give human cold medicine (acetaminophen is toxic to dogs and cats); use pet-specific drugs. Learn the warning signs that separate a cold from pneumonia, rhinitis, feline herpesvirus (cat flu) or distemper.
Can Dogs Get Heatstroke in Summer?
Dogs have almost no sweat glands and cool mainly through paw pads and panting, so summer heatstroke is a real, sometimes fatal risk. Learn the mild/moderate/severe signs and how to cool your dog fast.
How can I tell if my cat has a fever?
A temperature above 39.5 C indicates fever, along with low energy, hiding, and rapid breathing. See a vet, or use pet fever reducers and cooling at home if a visit isn't possible.
How can you tell if a kitten has a high temperature?
A kitten's normal temperature is 37.5C to 39.2C. If its temperature exceeds 39.5C, it is generally considered elevated or feverish.
My puppy has a dry nose.
For a puppy cold, use pet cold medicine (amoxicillin-clavulanate, doxycycline) and cough syrup if coughing. Watch temperature; fever needs cooling or a vet fever shot.