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Lump on the back with scabs
A raised lump and scabs on a rabbit's back may be abrasion, bacterial, fungal, or parasite infection. Shave fur 2-3 cm around, assess: hard lump may be a cyst, iodine then antibiotic ointment; soft lump, squeeze pus, hydrogen peroxide, then antibiotic and antifungal spray. Keep environment dry and clean.
What should I do about this
Based on the photo, the wound needs prompt veterinary debridement and suturing to prevent infection and poor healing. Keep the environment clean and disinfect daily, using an Elizabethan collar if the cat licks it.
There is bleeding at the mouth
Mouth bleeding may come from scratches, gum bleeding, or oral inflammation. Rinse with saline, apply pet oral spray and 5% iodine glycerin, and supplement vitamin B.
My hamster keeps sleeping, twitches, breathes rapidly, and seems listless
Twitching, lethargy, and rapid breathing in a sleeping hamster may indicate a respiratory infection. Improve the environment, keep it warm, and clean the cage regularly.
My cat has an itchy, red, hairless patch on top of its head – is it allergy, and few clinics nearby?
A red, hairless head patch can come from bad grooming, allergy, parasites or infection; get a skin scraping at the vet. If clinics are far, use a collar and clean with saline, keeping it dry.
My kitten has seasonal runny nose, sneezing, thick yellow-green mucus, drooling and eye discharge but normal energy – can doxycycline help?
Runny nose, drool and eye discharge can be a chill, bacteria, or herpes/calicivirus. Do not medicate blindly; get a PCR test first and support low immunity.
I ate food a stray cat may have touched – do I need a rabies shot?
Eating after a cat generally does not require a rabies vaccine unless the cat had rabies and your wound contacted its saliva. Avoid eating food a cat has touched.
Why does a cat lick its wounds?
Licking is a self-protective behavior, as a cat's saliva can help break down harmful microbes. But over-licking can introduce bacteria from the tongue and worsen the wound, so use an Elizabethan collar.
What are the symptoms and treatment for a cat’s cold?
Cat cold signs can come from cold air, bacteria, or herpes/calicivirus. Mild cases need warmth and nutrients; severe cases need pet cold medicine and possibly a vet.
My dog suddenly died this afternoon after running in circles six times, then lay still.
Circling then sudden death usually signals acute encephalitis from distemper, bacteria, or tumors, showing restless running and collisions. Foaming or convulsions may instead indicate poisoning. Common causes include human meds, rat poison, or pesticide-contaminated plants.