In general, the normal body temperature for animals is higher than for humans. The normal rectal temperature of a dog is 99.5Â° to 102.5Â°F.The normal temperature of a puppy at birth is 96-97Â°F. The temperature gradually increases with age until it is 100Â°F at 4 weeks of age.. In general, the normal body temperature for animals is higher than for humans. The normal rectal temperature of a dog is 99.5Â° to 102.5Â°F. The normal temperature of a puppy at birth is 96-97Â°F.
Heredity also seems to play a role in that ulcerative colitis is more common in people who have family members with the disease. However, most people with ulcerative colitis don't have this family history.
Ulcerative Colitis is a chronic inflammatory disease, such as Crohn's disease. It is known as IBD (inflammatory bowel disease). IBD is different from IBS (irritable bowel syndrome). Unlike IBD, IBS does not cause inflammation, ulcers or other damage to the bowel. It causes the colon to become inflamed.