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What medicine should I use for a dog’s red, swollen, ulcerated skin around the eyes?
Red, swollen, ulcerated skin around a dog's eyes can come from parasites, conjunctivitis, keratitis, allergies or trauma. Use antibacterial/antifungal drops for infections; see a vet for a confirmed diagnosis.
Why is my cat’s eye discharging pus and won’t open?
A cat's eye discharging pus and failing to open can stem from infection, trauma, allergy or eye disease. Gently wipe with a warm clean cotton ball, rinse with saline, then apply a pet antibiotic eye drop; if it does not improve, stop and see a vet.
My newly bought cat had diarrhea from day 3, then water diarrhea that won’t stop even with anti-diarrheals — what’s wrong?
Persistent water diarrhea can come from food allergy, bacterial enteritis, parasites, infectious enteritis, or toxins. Treatment must match the cause — don't medicate blindly. The diarrhea is now severe and unresponsive, so take the cat to a vet for targeted care to avoid dehydration and danger.
My new cat has watery diarrhea and antidiarrheals don’t work
Persistent watery diarrhea in a cat can come from food allergy, bacterial enteritis, parasites, infectious enteritis or toxins. Treat by cause and do not medicate blindly. If it is severe and unrelieved by medication, see a vet promptly to avoid dehydration and danger.
Why are my dog’s eyes red?
Red eyes can come from trauma, 'heat', eye inflammation, or infection. When dust, fur, or a foreign object gets into the eye, the dog rubs and the eye turns red — remove the object and use an antibacterial eye drop. If symptoms are severe or joined by other signs, see a vet.
My dog has a small broken patch on its chest — looks like an abrasion but maybe not
If it's an abrasion, clean the wound with saline, disinfect with iodine to prevent infection, then apply a pet wound-healing powder and a simple bandage. If the wound is already infected, use a pet-specific antibacterial topical. Keep an E-collar on until it heals to stop licking.
My hamster cries out when I touch its back and its ears look rotten — what’s wrong?
From the photo this looks like an infected wound or an infectious skin disease. Check whether the hamsters are fighting and separate them. For a simple skin infection, disinfect and use antibacterial medication; if it doesn't improve, take them to a vet.
My cat’s lips look ulcerated — what causes this and how is it treated?
Lip ulcers in cats can stem from oral disease, nutritional deficiency, allergies, or bacterial or viral infection. See a vet to find the cause. For bite- or trauma-induced ulcers, use skin-repair medication plus anti-inflammatories; for viral causes, use targeted antiviral and supportive care.
My dog vomited twice last night (undigested food) and now throws up water after eating—what’s wrong?
Vomiting undigested food can result from indigestion, a sudden food change, parasites, or bacterial/viral infection. If a diet switch triggered it, revert to the old food and transition gradually while feeding on a fixed schedule to avoid overeating. Viral infections such as parvovirus require prompt hospitalization.
My cat had eczema a few days ago, and now I’ve noticed a problem with its paw—what could it be?
Darkened, peeling paw pads in cats may be caused by wound infection, interdigital dermatitis, or bacterial/fungal infection. Clean the paws and watch for redness or ulcers; apply a pet-safe anti-inflammatory spray or ointment if present. If the cause is unclear or symptoms persist, take your cat to a vet for diagnosis.