Panting evaporates moisture from tongues, mouth and lungs lowering body temperature when hot.
Cooling Off
Fear, nervousness or noise phobia can prompt anxious panting needing comforting or medication for high stress dogs.
Anxiety
Physical activity also raises dogs body heat so they'll pant to cool down as heart rates and respiration recover.
After Exercise
Discomfort from injuries, arthritis or illnesses may induce heavy panting indicating vet visit need.
Pain Sign
Hormones, weight gain and body changes understandably alter pregnant dog cooling needs.
When Pregnant
Rapid uncontrolled panting with vomiting and diarrhea signals emergency vet care required.
Danger - Heatstroke
Calm nervous panting with massage, distracting games or prescribed anti anxiety medication if excessive.
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