How Do You Check A Dogs Pulse?
Knowing your dog’s regular pulse rate can help you and your veterinarian in an emergency. The number of heart rates for dogs can vary wildly depending on size and age, and even then can vary depending upon breed. Taking your dog’s pulse, as well as knowing what’s normal for him can help you determine whether or not you have an emergency situation. Lay your dog down. The side you lay her on does not matter. Lift her back legs apart gently. Place your index and middle fingers as high up as possible on the inside of either leg. The place you are looking for is where the leg meets the body. Use a light touch. If you press too hard, you will not feel a pulse when you look for it. With your other hand, feel for the pulse. You should feel it half way between the front and back of the leg. A small recess should be present in the leg, where the blood vessels run. Count the number of beats per minute. This is your dog’s pulse. Place your dog on her right side. Bend her left leg at the elbow, gen
