Symptoms of Dogs with Heat in Chinese: A Quick Guide

Section 1: Signs of a Dog's Heat or Inflammation

1. Bad Breath: If a dog's mouth isn't properly cleaned on a daily or regular basis, it can lead to the buildup of tartar and plaque. This accumulation of bacteria can ultimately affect the entire oral health, causing issues like gingivitis. As tartar accumulates, it can damage the gums, resulting in severe bad breath in the dog.

2. Eye Discharge: Dogs with heat or inflammation often have an excessive amount of eye discharge, which is usually cloudy and sticky. This could be a sign of eye inflammation or a viral infection.

3. Dark and Strong Urine: Dogs naturally have a strong urine smell, but if they frequently have dark and strongly smelling urine, it might indicate a lack of water intake, excessive salt in their diet, or urinary tract infections.

Section 2: How to Cool Down a Dog's Heat

1. Cool Tea Method: You can offer your dog a sweetened cool tea, such as Chrysanthemum and Mulberry, or Platycodon grandiflorus, but be cautious with the dosage – it should be about onefourth of the amount given to humans.

2. Green Pea Soup: Prepare some green pea soup for your dog, but keep in mind that green peas are quite cold. If your dog is young, they might experience diarrhea, so start with small portions.

3. Andrographis paniculata Tablets: These tablets have cooling and disinfectant properties. You can crush the tablets and dissolve them in water for your dog to drink. If their urine isn't particularly yellow, you might not need medication; just ensure they drink plenty of water.

4. Raw Egg Whites: Some dogs can tolerate raw egg whites, which can help adjust their digestive system. While it might cause diarrhea, it's not recommended to feed it daily, and it should have minimal impact.

5. Fruits: Fruits can help cool down a dog's heat, such as apples, oranges, bananas, and pears. However, be cautious not to overfeed and always remove the seeds, as some fruit seeds can be harmful to dogs.

6. Changing Dog Food: Some dog food brands add excessive seasonings to please dogs, which can lead to heat issues. Switching up their food occasionally can be beneficial.

Pet Doctor's Tip: For more information on a dog's heat, check out our article "What to Do When Your Puppy Has Excessive Eye Discharge."