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I bathed the kitten at home once, then noticed yellow nasal discharge and bad breath. Is this a cold or feline rhinotracheitis?
Rhinotracheitis causes sneezing, runny nose, lethargy, fever, poor appetite, red eyes, and sometimes mouth ulcers, with clear then yellow-green discharge. If only runny nose with normal spirit and appetite, it's likely a bacterial infection from chill. Try pet cold and anti-inflammatory medicine.
Is my dog’s red, swollen conjunctiva from internal heat?
Red, swollen conjunctiva may be from internal heat, but also irritation, ingrown lashes, or bacterial infection. Check for foreign objects and use anti-inflammatory eye drops; if no relief, see a vet.
Why does my betta fish float at the water surface?
A betta floating at the surface may be due to low water temperature, poor water quality, swim bladder disorder, or bacterial infection. Cold water lowers activity; low oxygen makes it lethargic; swim bladder loss causes imbalance.
Why does my cat sneeze frequently?
Frequent sneezing can come from respiratory infection, allergies, or irritants. Viral or bacterial infection irritates the nose and is often accompanied by nasal discharge, needing cold medicine or antibiotics.
Why does my dog have a fleshy bump at the corner of its eye?
From the photo, a suspected fleshy bump at the eye corner may be dacryocystitis from blocked tear ducts or bacterial infection, causing a red lump with increased tearing and itchiness. Take the dog to a vet for exam and treatment; the vet will choose the right measure, possibly surgery if severe.
What happens when a cat has diarrhea?
Diarrhea can cause dehydration, malnutrition, weight loss, and collapse. Causes include indigestion, viral/bacterial infection, or intestinal parasites. For mild cases, give pet probiotics and smectite and keep the diet light. If no improvement or with fever, vomiting, poor appetite, see a vet to find the cause.
Why does my dog have yellow discharge from its eyes?
Yellow eye discharge with slight redness may indicate a bacterial infection and mild conjunctivitis. Try antibacterial eye drops after rinsing with saline; see a vet if severe. Clean and care for the eyes regularly to prevent conjunctivitis and avoid harmful substances.
Why is my cat biting its tail?
From your description and photo, tail-biting may be from a tick bite, possibly with bacterial infection. Put a head cone on the cat, deworm, and treat. Use a flea/tick product with fipronil and methoprene to kill the tick, then pull it out straight with tweezers and disinfect the bite.
How Long Can a Rabbit with Diarrhea Survive?
A rabbit with acute diarrhea can die within hours to a day or two, while chronic cases may last about a week. Causes include watery vegetables, chills, bacterial infection, and coccidia. Withhold food, keep it warm, or see a vet depending on the cause.
What does it look like when a dog has a cramp / muscle spasm?
A dog cramp is a sudden involuntary muscle contraction lasting seconds to minutes, with stiff, painful muscles that can injure the dog. Causes include calcium deficiency, muscle fatigue, or seizures, and possibly a viral or bacterial infection aftereffect. Recurring cramps warrant a vet visit.