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What Causes an Arowana to Lie on the Tank Bottom?
Arowana are very sensitive to environment and water changes; noise or big changes inside or outside the tank can cause lying low, as can big water changes or large pH or temperature swings. Our veterinarian details the causes.
My dog has large-area hair loss and is shedding frantically
Large shedding has many causes. Dogs molt twice a year (spring and autumn) in a whole-body regular pattern without itch or eczema. But local loss with itch, redness, scabs, or symmetric loss suggests fungal, bacterial, mite, nutritional, or endocrine skin disease. The photo shows large loss, redness, and scabs on the hindquarters, likely pathological from skin disease; see a vet and do not feed human food, keep coat clean.
A newborn kitten’s eye got scratched open by its claw while nursing on day two—what should I do?
This is urgent: gently clean with warm water on gauze, prevent further scratching with a small cone/cup over the head, and see a vet if bleeding, swelling, or discharge appears for eye drops/ointment.
How to Remove Dog Dandruff
Dog dandruff shows up as white, flaky specks in the coat and can come from dry weather, poor nutrition, harsh shampoos, mites, or vitamin gaps. To clear it, keep up with parasite control, balance the diet, and brush regularly — and see a vet if it keeps getting worse.
Why Does Your Dog Eat Grass?
Dogs eat grass for several reasons: to ease indigestion, to fill a nutrient gap (pica from missing minerals), to expel swallowed objects, or to self-clean the stomach. Occasional grass eating is normal, but frequent pica points to a diet fix needed.
What to Do When Your Hamster Has Diarrhea
A hamster's gut is delicate, and diarrhea can turn fatal fast without prompt care. Causes include too much watery food, poor hygiene and stress, cold weather, or allergies. Treat by cutting juicy foods and adding probiotics, warming the cage, or removing the allergen; keep the environment dry and ventilated.
Why Does Your Dog Have Red Bumps on Its Skin?
Red bumps on a dog are usually a sign of skin disease caused by fungal or bacterial infection, eczema, or parasite bites. Treat mild cases with an anti-itch ointment plus isolation and cleaning; for parasite-related bumps, apply external deworming and prevent spread to people and other pets.
Guinea Pig Housing: Cage vs. Free-Roam
Guinea pigs can be kept in a cage or allowed to roam free, each with trade-offs. Caging is easy to manage but can be noisy; free-roaming builds closeness but risks messes. Either way, litter-training and proper basics—hay, pellets, water, hideouts—make care easier.
Parrot Pneumonia: Symptoms and Treatment
Parrot pneumonia often follows untreated colds or arises from dirty, pathogen-heavy environments. Signs include lethargy, loss of appetite, breathing difficulty, and shivering. Treatment focuses on warmth (22-25 C), clean housing, supportive care, and antibiotics such as gentamicin for serious cases.
What to Do When Your Rabbit’s Mouth Is Sore or Cracked
A rabbit with a sore or cracked mouth needs prompt checking and treatment, or the problem can worsen. Common causes are a vitamin-deficient diet, poor oral hygiene, and dehydration; treatment means switching to vitamin-rich greens and hay, cleaning the mouth, encouraging water, and providing chew toys to keep teeth worn.