What is a normal heart rate for a dog?

Answer by  cb31 (226)

The normal heart rate for a dog will vary depending on its size. For smaller dogs, the heart rate will be faster than a larger dog. Dogs weighing less than 30 pounds tend to have a heart rate between 100-160 beats a minute. Dogs larger than that are typically between 60-100 beats per minute.

Answer by  Carly20 (47)

THe normal heart rate varies from dog to dog. It depends on the age and size of the dog. Puppies have a normal heart rate of 180 beats per minuteAdult dogs can have a heart rate anywhere from 60-160 beats per minute.

Answer by  rogera (788)

The normal heart rate for a large dog is 70 to 160, for small dogs it is lower depending on body temperature and weight. Puppies are between 120 to160. The normal respiratory for a dog is 10 to30 breaths per minute.Running will increase the heart rate,most dogs don't get enough exercise and become fat, they don;t burn off any energy.

Answer by  justme58 (17)

Depending upon the size, health, and age of the dog, a normal canine heart rate is between 70 and 160 beats per minute. Larger breeds in good health have slower heart rates, while smaller breeds have faster heart rates. Compromised health can alter this in either direction.

Answer by  rtpinto (56)

On average, the heart rate should be between 70 and 160 beats per minute. Large dogs and active dogs generally have slower heart rates (usually between 70 and 120 bpm).

Answer by  kelsgram (115)

The normal heart rate of a dog is 18 to 34 breaths per minute. You should only check the dogs heart rate when they are resting.