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What to Do When Dogs and Cats Have Diarrhea? Keep These Fast Antidiarrheals on Hand
The medical term for diarrhea is diarrhea, which usually refers to changes in bowel habits and stool characteristics, generally manifested as frequent defecation, increased stool volume, loose stools, and bloody stool. Most diarrhea in dogs and cats is caused by gastrointestinal discomfort, but it may also be a concurrent symptom of other diseases. Today we discuss knowledge about diarrhea in dogs and cats.
Dog and Cat Vaccines: Types, Schedule & Precautions
Vaccination is the most effective defense against infectious disease in pets. This guide covers dog and cat vaccine types (distemper/parvo, FVRCP, rabies, kennel cough), schedules, and key before/after precautions including deworming and timing.
What to Do When a Dog Has a Fever
A dog's temperature of 39.5 C or higher counts as a fever. Causes range from wounds and infections to organ involvement and post-vaccine reaction. Signs include lethargy and appetite loss; confirm with a pet thermometer, cool the dog down for mild cases, and seek veterinary care for serious or persistent fever.
Fever in Dogs and Cats: Causes, Detection and How to Reduce It
Fever in dogs and cats can stem from infections or non-infectious issues like heatstroke and post-vaccine reactions. Learn how to take your pet's temperature, recognize fever signs, and safely reduce fever with cooling and vet-approved medication.
Common Causes of Shivering in Cats and Dogs and How to Manage Them
Shivering is body trembling from cold, emotion, disease, or weakness—common in pets, and seizures include it. Causes range from simple cold to poisoning or infection; this article reviews them.
Symptoms and Treatment of Seizures (Epilepsy) in Cats and Dogs
Epilepsy is a central nervous system disorder where overactive brain neurons cause abnormal function and seizures—convulsions, loss of consciousness, behavior changes. It is intermittent with many causes; treatment aims to reduce seizure frequency. This article covers types, symptoms, and management.
Does a Dog Have to Be Vaccinated?
Many owners wonder if a dog can skip vaccines — the answer is no. Vaccination protects the dog's health and is required by law. Learn why dogs need shots, the types available, and the key precautions.
What to Do When a Dog Coughs Badly at Night
Some dogs cough hard at night and seem fine by day. Don't ignore it — find the cause and treat it promptly. Learn why dogs cough at night and how to care for your dog at home.
Dog Gastroenteritis vs. Canine Parvovirus
Dog gastroenteritis and parvovirus share vomiting, diarrhea, and poor appetite, so they're easily confused — but parvovirus also brings bloody stool and is confirmed with a quick test kit. Gastroenteritis is often diet- or infection-related, while parvovirus spreads fast and needs isolation. Good hygiene and vaccination are key to prevention.
Side Effects of the Rabies Vaccine in Dogs
Rabies is a viral infection spread through saliva; without prevention it is fatal. But dogs may have adverse reactions after the rabies vaccine. Today we detail the side effects.