How to measure the temperature of a Samoyed? The rectal thermometer method is to disinfect the rectal thermometer with alcohol, apply a small amount of Vaseline or water on the rectal thermometer, put one end of the rectal thermometer about 2cm into the rectum, and take the reading after five minutes; measure the temperature on the inside of the hind legs. The rule is to place the thermometer on the inside of the Samoyed's hind leg, where it is connected to the belly, measure for 10 minutes, take the reading, and add 0.5 degrees.

Rectal thermometry:

(1) Disinfect the rectal thermometer with alcohol and adjust the temperature to zero.

(2) Apply a small amount of Vaseline on one end of the rectal thermometer for lubrication. If Vaseline is not available, purified water can be used instead.

(3) It is recommended to test the dog while he is sleeping or lying down, so as not to cause strong resistance from the dog. It is best to have one person help comfort the Samoyed and distract the Samoyed while one person takes the temperature.

(4) Put one end of the rectal thermometer into the rectum about 2cm, remember not to exceed 3cm.

(5) Wait for about 5 minutes, then take out the rectal thermometer and read it.

　2. Temperature measurement method on the inside of the hind legs:

(1) Disinfect the thermometer with alcohol and adjust the temperature to zero.

(2) It is recommended to test the dog while he is sleeping or lying down, so as not to cause strong resistance from the dog. It is best for someone to help appease the Samoyed and distract the Samoyed. One person takes the temperature.

(3) Place the thermometer on the inside of the Samoyed's hind legs, where it is connected to the belly, just like humans measuring armpit temperature.

(4) Since the body surface temperature is lower than the rectal temperature, it needs to be measured for 10 minutes before taking it out. The temperature at this time needs to be added by 0.5 degrees.

Tips

When measuring the Samoyed’s temperature, snacks can be used to distract the Samoyed, which can effectively reduce the Samoyed’s resistance.