Why does my dog lie on air vents? Is it normal or a concern?

Hello and thank you for reaching out to Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach. It sounds like Lassie may have gotten very hot outside and needs to pant to cool off. Dogs cannot sweat to release heat, so they have to pant to breathe off heat. As long as Lassie can settle down and act normally, eat, drink, etc, he should be OK. I hope this is helpful!

It could be that the warmer temperature is affecting Bree's sleeping habits. She may not need the blanket if it's warmer than usual, and that's why she is laying on the floor. Since she is acting totally normal, I wouldn't be too worried about it. I hope this helps!

Hello. If Bella's breathing appears normal when she sleeps, then this is not too concerning, but it would not hurt to have her evaluated just to be sure. She is too young for most chronic conditions, but if she is not on any heartworm preventative, this would be a good thing to check on. Hopefully all is well & thanks for contacting Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach.

Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! I'm sorry to hear she may be having issues. Panting in dogs may be due to a variety of reasons, including stress, heat, heart issues, pain, or another underlying issue. If the panting continues, or if she starts to display other symptoms, such as vomiting or inappetence, I would reach out to her regular veterinarian to see if any underlying issues need to be addressed. I would also recommend reaching out to her owner to see if she has any known underlying medical conditions. Good luck!

This does seem like an unusual behavior. It could be that the carpet is irritating to the skin on his belly and so Dallas doesn’t get comfortable laying on it for long periods of time. Many dogs prefer to lie in their crates because it helps him feel safe and secure. As long as Toby is happy, eating well, and otherwise acting normal I wouldn’t worry about it. If you notice that his belly becomes red, irritated, or he becomes itchy when laying on the carpet and this could explain the problem. I hope this helps. Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach!

Hello there, I'm sorry to hear that this happened today with Bella. You did the exact right things to do with an overheated pet. In the future, I'd avoid taking her in enclosed environments in the warm weather, or bring ice water to help with cooling if its absolutely necessary. Pets in heat stroke may experience weakness, vomiting, collapse, and unconsciousness. It doesn't sound like Bella experienced a true heat stroke and is in need of medical care since she is acting totally normal tonight. If she does experience any change in behavior, lethargy, or disinterest in food, I'd recommend having her seen by her veterinarian. I hope this helps. Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach.

Congratulations on your new dog! It is possible that Coco is feeling too warm for her comfort level and therefore prefers to sleep on the cooler floor. Some dogs just have this preference. The only time it can be concerning is in larger breed heavy dogs they can develop what is called a hygroma of the elbow where they develop a fluid filled pocket due to the pressure on the thin skin near the elbow. You can look into getting a cot-type bed such as this style VIP - TM-_-58700003271149947&utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&adpos={adpos}&scid=scplp2647220&sc_intid=2647220&kwid=p26086767541&device=c&gclid=EAIaIQobChMI47K-ocjB2gIVwrjACh26sAmOEAYYASABEgKf2PD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds which may be more attractive if she enjoys the floor versus a cushiony type bed. The humping behavior you describe shouldn't cause any issues with her legs/joints and can be common in young dogs. Sniffing or licking the floor after cleaning should not cause her issues but to be safe you can follow your cleanup with a wipe of a cloth in plain water to remove soapy residue. Best of luck with your new dog!