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My cat is foaming at the mouth and shaking its head – what could be wrong?

Foaming at the mouth with head shaking is often poisoning or distemper - both emergencies. Here is what to do.

What should I do if my dog keeps having diarrhea after coming home?

Continuous diarrhea after arriving home is often a stress response. Withhold food briefly, give pet probiotics, keep the dog warm and hydrated, and provide a quiet environment so it can adapt gradually.

How often do rabbits defecate?

Rabbits are constant feeders, so they poop oftenβ€”usually right after eating. Normal droppings are black, pea-sized pellets with a slight sheen. Reduced or absent stool suggests constipation; add water and a gut probiotic.

What does it look like when a cat vomits a hairball?

A hairball forms when a cat swallows more hair than its digestive system can pass. Here is what a typical hairball looks like and when to worry.

How long after recovery can a dog’s coronavirus relapse?

Relapse is possible about 14-21 days after recovery, but not guaranteed. Keep immunity up and the environment clean. Puppies have high mortalityβ€”seek a vet promptly for lethargy, anorexia, vomiting, or loose stool.

What does cat diarrhea look like?

Normal stool is firm and cylindrical; diarrhea is soft, loose, or watery with a stronger odor. Causes include parasites and bacterial/viral enteritis. Bloody or tarry stool suggests panleukopeniaβ€”see a vet at once.

How many days must a cat survive distemper (panleukopenia) to be safe?

Generally safe after about 7 days. The course is 7-10 days; the danger period is days 3-5 (WBC drops, GI bleeding, vomiting) and it improves after day 7. Vaccinate to prevent.

Why is my cat having diarrhea but still energetic?

Diarrhea with good energy can be mild gut irritation, stress, parasites or gastritis. Here are the common causes.

My cat sneezes, has a runny nose, fever and now bloody diarrhea – what could it be?

Sneezing, fever and bloody diarrhea together strongly suggest feline distemper. Here is why to rush to a vet.

My cat suddenly stopped eating and is vomiting white foam β€” what’s wrong, and what medicine should I give?

Usually white-foam vomiting with appetite loss is diet-related β€” hard-to-digest foods (bones, raw meat, pits, milk) or spicy food irritate the stomach. Withhold food for half a day, then resume. If vomiting continues, an anti-nausea medication plus probiotics can restore gut health and appetite.

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