Ask-a-Vet: Question and Answer
Question:
Pet Info:
Species: Canine
Breed: Boxer
Sex: Male
Spayed/Neutered: Yes
Age: 2.5 years
Weight: 68.0 pounds
7/2/2012 1:38:03 PM
My dog is panting more than usual, its mild panting and is occuring at times when usually he wouldn’t. It just started yesterday and isn’t intense or excessive. He is a 2.5 boxer boy with the smushed in snout, and has never been great in the heat. Should I make a move to my vet or give it a day or so? there are no other obvious symptoms.
Answer:
7/2/2012 1:47:42 PM
I would suggest due to the breed to see your veterinarian. It may not be an issue but because Boxers as a breed have some heart problems it would be safest to have him checked out.
Best of luck.
Tom Carpenter, DVM
www.newportharborvets.com
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Dr Carpenter is a former president of AAHA. He owns Newport Harbor Animal Hospital in Costa Mesa, CA. NHAH has been accredited by AAHA for over 25 years.