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Why does my cat stick out its tongue?
Cats stick out their tongues for cooling, nervousness, intense exercise, or mouth disease (gingivitis, stomatitis, ulcers). A simple tongue-out is usually fine, but with drooling or breathing trouble, see a vet.
My cat just arrived, rarely ate kibble, so I gave cat treats, and it vomited twice this afternoon-the vomited food was the treats
If a newly arrived cat vomits cat treats twice, stop the treats and let the gut rest, fast 4-6 hours with water, then resume easily digestible food in small meals. Watch for continued vomiting; adjust diet back to kibble and avoid human food, consulting a vet if it worsens.
Asian Paradise-Flycatcher
The Asian Paradise-Flycatcher is a beautiful forest and plains bird with many aliases, best known for the male's two exceptionally long central tail feathers. It eats large numbers of pests and is an important beneficial bird that requires strict protection.
My 1-month-old puppy has ticks; what should I do and what topical dewormer can it use?
Use a topical with fipronil or selamectin (e.g., Frontline, Advocate), applied to the back of the neck with an E-collar. Also manually remove ticks by numbing with alcohol then pulling with tweezers; if unsure, do not force it to avoid mouth parts left behind.
How long does it take a cat to grow all its teeth?
From first tooth to full set takes about 4 weeks; teeth start at 2-3 weeks, full by about 1.5 months. Baby teeth are complete at ~5 weeks, then teething begins, with adult teeth by 6-7 months. During teething give chew toys to protect furniture.
How long is a cat’s teething period?
A cat's teething period is about 4 months. Teeth come in at 7 to 8 months and teething ends around 12 months, lasting 3 to 4 months. Provide chew toys and harder kibble, and avoid furniture chewing.
What are the effects of dusty cat litter?
Litter dust sticks to the cat's fur and is swallowed during grooming, causing constipation. Excess dust also harms the respiratory system of cat and owner, and can cling to the urethra causing urinary tract infection.
What Happens If a Cat Is Not Given External Parasite Control?
Without external parasite control, a cat can easily become infested with fleas, ticks, lice and mites, leading to itching, bumps, hair loss and skin inflammation. A severe infestation can even cause anemia, weight loss and loss of appetite.
Last Night I Gave Her a Sausage, Some Pork, and Two Chew Sticks; She Vomited Several Puddles and Is Now Hiding Under the Bed and Won’t Come Out
When a dog vomits, first identify the cause. Overeating or a mixed diet can cause indigestion and vomiting; you can fast the dog for a day, then feed probiotics to aid digestion. For frequent vomiting use an anti-vomiting and anti-inflammatory medication, and avoid giving people food and snacks.
What to Do When Your Cat Has Swollen, Red Gums?
Swollen, red gums in cats can come from plaque, tartar, oral infection, poor nutrition, or teething. Mild cases may respond to a pet oral antiseptic spray or anti-inflammatory medication, while tartar and periodontal disease may need a dental cleaning or extraction. Feeding soft wet food and rinsing with pet mouthwash during recovery, plus regular brushing, prevents recurrence.