ArticleVeterinary sciences2025
Comparison of Digital Rectal Thermometry and a Non-Contact Veterinary Infrared Thermometer in Cats: Identifying Alternative Sites to Rectal Measurement.
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Abstract
backgroundRectal temperature measurement in cats, while crucial, can cause discomfort and stress. This study evaluated non-contact infrared thermometry as a less invasive alternative.
methodsA total of 95 cats were enrolled in this study. The cats were categorized into three age groups: Group I (n = 20 kittens, 2-6 months), Group II (n = 34 young cats, 7-24 months), and Group III (n = 41 adult cats, >24 months).
resultsThe mean rectal temperature in cats was approximately 38 °C, which was significantly higher than both ocular temperature (
conclusionsNon-contact infrared thermometry offers advantages for feline temperature monitoring. Perineal infrared temperatures appear to be a useful, non-invasive alternative to rectal measurements in cats.
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