Monitoring the shape of the tongue is one of the most accurate ways to gauge your dog's temperature.
: Light panting begins. The tongue may hang out a little to help moisture evaporate and carry heat away. dog_tongue
: The tongue hangs out long and wide, often taking on a "spoon" or "spatula" shape at the end. Panting becomes heavy and rapid. Monitoring the shape of the tongue is one
: A medical emergency indicating a critical lack of oxygen. Yellow (Jaundice) : Often linked to liver or spleen issues. : The tongue hangs out long and wide,
: Breeds like the Chow Chow and Shar-Pei naturally have blue-black or lavender-tinted tongues.
: The tongue appears very long, thick, and bright red. It may start to curl up at the edges or hang limp to the side. Health Indicator (Tongue Colors)