Fever
is the common term for pyrexia.
Many diseases can
cause a fever, or elevated body temperature.
Normal (rectal) body temperature
range for the dog is approximately 102 F (~38.9C)
Normal (rectal) body temperature range for the cat is approximately 101.5
F (~38.6C)
For more on
Cat Diseases and Conditions, please see:
Cat
Health - A to Z
For more on
Dog Diseases and Conditions, please see:
Dog
Health - A to Z
*Values
are +/- 1 degree F and +/- 0.5 degree C
from Merck Veterinary Manual, 8th ed.
Cat Diseases A - Z | Dog Diseases A - Z
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