My 4 mo/old pup has been breathing heavily even at rest, I’ve been putting it off as the warm weather. We’re trying to have water easily available as well as ice. I was wondering if it could be apart of teething and growing since dogs pant to help relax and if this should be something to be worried about.

Updated On April 5th, 2021

Pet's info: Dog | Great Pyrenees | Male | 4 months and 3 days old | 38 lbs

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Answered By Dr. Strydom, DVM

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The increased respiratory rate could be from him dissipating heat but it could also be pathological. I cannot tell you for sure just based on your description. I suggest you take a video of him breathing heavy at rest and then take him in to your vet for an examination. Show the vet the video and see what they think. The vet will take that video combined with their examination findings and let you know if it seems like his breathing is normal or abnormal. Hope this helps. Best wishes.

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