Determining Temperature

[AngieB]

Just a curiosity question for future data storage. I raise Dachshunds, and it is really easy to determine if they are running a temp by feeling the inside of their ears. If they are really warm, I take their temps. I've never failed at noticing elevated temps this way with this breed, but with my Rottie, his inner ears are ALWAYS warmer (in comparison w/the Doxies). How can you determine if a Rottie is running a temp w/out going ahead w/a booty invasion?

Thank You
Angie
MIGHTY THOR'S Mom

[rottie_mama]

I wonder if one of those kiddie ear temperature checker thingies would work? They are expensive, but much less invasive. http://www.rottweiler.net/rottie/biggrin.gif



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Rachel aka rottie_mama
http://www.geocities.com/Petsburgh/7900

[abelmanalo]

you can feel the inner side of the thighs close to its belly, where the hair is scanty... but this will take practice. Try it.

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Abel Manalo
College of Veterinary Medicine
University of the Philippines