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What's the cause of a dog's cold hands and feet?

There may be several reasons for a dog's cold hands and feet, including:

  1. The environmental temperature is too low.
  2. Insufficient nutrition provided by food or low blood sugar caused by disease, resulting in the body being unable to generate enough heat.
  3. Peripheral vascular perfusion insufficient caused by cardiovascular disease, neurological disease, or hypovolemia, such as myocardial disease, thrombosis, dehydration, and massive hemorrhage.

Dog's Cold Hands and Feet

A dog's cold hands and feet may be caused by changes in external temperature, lowered body temperature, peripheral blood circulation disorders, or disease. The owner is advised to first use a thermometer to measure the dog's body temperature and observe the dog's mental and appetite status. If the dog's temperature is lower than the normal range, the owner should take the dog to the hospital for examination and treatment.

Symptoms of Dog Flu

After a dog catches a cold, it will show signs of lethargy, decreased or lost appetite, vomiting, diarrhea, and in severe cases, bloody stools. The dog may also cough, sneeze, have a fever, weak or soft limbs, abnormal eye secretions, and red mucous membranes. If the owner notices any abnormalities in the dog, they should take it to the pet hospital promptly for diagnosis through laboratory methods to avoid delay in treatment and worsening of the condition.

Treatment for Dog Flu

When a dog catches a cold, treatment usually involves antibiotics, such as those containing ampicillin sodium. A dog with a cold usually exhibits symptoms such as sneezing, running nose, and in some cases, coughing. There are many similar diseases, such as distemper and pneumonia, so it is recommended to take the dog to a pet hospital for diagnosis and treatment.