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Taking Your Pet’s Temperature

Abnormally high or low body temperature can signal serious illness.

Abnormally high or low body temperature can signal serious illness. If measurement is difficult or a pet seems unwell, seek veterinary assistance.

Editorial overview based on the linked VCA resource; this is not the complete original handout. Prepared 2026-10-03; not veterinarian-reviewed. Diagnosis and treatment, including medication choice and dose, require veterinary guidance.

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