FAQ

Cats scratch around food bowls due to instinctive behaviors inherited from their wild ancestors, aiming to hide scent and mark territory. This natural action helps them feel secure and maintain hygiene.

Rapid breathing in dogs while lying down can be normal during REM sleep, excitement, or after exercise, but persistent heavy breathing may indicate a medical issue.

Fast breathing in dogs can be caused by various health issues such as heart disease, respiratory infections, airway obstructions, heatstroke, or anxiety.

Heavy breathing while lying down can be normal for dogs during dreaming, after exertion, or in warm environments, but persistent or unexplained rapid breathing may indicate a medical issue.

Fast breathing in dogs can be caused by conditions such as heart disease, respiratory infections, airway obstructions, pain, heatstroke, stress, or serious pulmonary problems.

Heavy breathing while lying down can be normal in dogs due to panting, dreaming during REM sleep, or after excitement or exercise, but may also signal medical issues if persistent.

Rapid breathing in a dog appears as fast, shallow breaths that may exceed 30–40 breaths per minute at rest, and may be accompanied by open-mouth breathing or use of abdominal muscles.

A healthy adult dog typically breathes between 10 to 35 times per minute while at rest, with puppies and smaller breeds often on the higher end.

Fast breathing in dogs can be normal due to activity or excitement, but if it persists at rest or is accompanied by other symptoms, consult a veterinarian.

Dogs may breathe rapidly due to exercise, excitement, heat, stress, or medical conditions like heart or lung problems. If rapid breathing persists at rest or is accompanied by other symptoms, consult a veterinarian.