97 Tips for Raising Labs
Following are approximately 97 questions readers of BigYellowDog.com submitted in recent years. They were answered by a licensed veterinarian on the site as a general service to all Lab owners. This information is for general reference only. Always consult your veterinarian for any questions about your Lab's health. We hope this information is somewhat helpful. At this time, we are not accepting any more questions.
Question
My big yellow dog is a year old and he seems to pant excessively. He can go outside on a 60-degree day, play frisbee for about 20 minutes, and then pant for at least an hour after he comes inside where it's cool and there's water. Does it normally take this long for a dog to cool down?
Answer
Dogs can only sweat by panting and through the pads of their feet. So it is not uncommon for them to take this long to cool down, especially after strenous exercise. This is why a baby pool in the summer makes a good cool off spot for dogs, especially sporting or water breeds. If you notice any other problems, such as excessive water intake or exercise intolerance please see your regular veterinarian for a health examination.
