panting

noun
  1. The act of breathing with short, quick breaths, typically as a result of exertion or excitement. noun
    After running the marathon, she was panting heavily.
    The dog was panting after playing fetch in the park.
  2. Breathing with short, quick breaths, often due to physical exertion, excitement, or heat. verb
    He was panting after climbing the steep hill.
    The athlete was panting as she crossed the finish line.