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My cat has black grain-like specks on top of its head, about 1 mm
Black grain-like bumps on a cat's head have several causes; the photo is unclear, so causes may include skin parasites (fleas, ticks), sebaceous cysts, prior skin disease, or debris like dirt. A vet can diagnose via exam and skin scraping; treatment may be antiparasitics, cleaning, or anti-inflammatories.
My cat has yellow fluid at the corner of its eye
Yellow eye discharge likely comes from bacterial or viral infection or congenital blocked tear ducts; a vet screening is needed. For mild cases, use neomycin eye drops after cleaning discharge daily; fit a collar if it scratches, and use drops 3-5 times daily.
What causes a Teddy (Poodle) dog’s body odor?
Teddy body odor usually comes from lack of cleaning or a smelly body part. Ears are a main source-keep them clean and dry; bad breath is another-clean teeth regularly; greasy food can block anal glands and cause odor near the rear.
A stray cat can’t open its eyes, has no fur around the nose, and parts of its face are stiff
The photo suggests severe respiratory disease and facial skin ulceration. Eye discharge from infection builds crusted, stiff plaques; needs veterinary screening of respiratory/communicable disease. If no hospital, use antibiotics, antiviral eye drops, disinfectants, and softeners with daily dressing and a collar.
My cat’s eyebrows went bald and its eyes and paws swelled, it healed, then the other side swelled and healed, and now the skin is broken
Ulcers and moist redness are usually from a skin disease; itching leads to over-scratching and sores, so use a collar. The photo shows dirty ears with broken wounds, likely ear mites or other mites. Clean the ears daily with ear solution and apply ear medication for 2–3 weeks, and deworm monthly for three months with selamectin or fipronil. For the skin sores, clip, rinse with peroxide, disinfect with iodine, then apply antibiotic ointment twice daily; if no improvement, see a vet.
Why do dogs like to lick people?
Dogs lick you mainly to learn about you, please you, and show affection. A quick lick may just gather info from your scent; constant licking shows love or a wish to please. They may also lick to clean you if they sense odor or dirt, as they are cleanly.
My four-month-old kitten mounts and kicks its sibling—what’s going on?
A four-month-old kitten is usually not sexually mature, so this behavior is unlikely to be related to heat. It is more likely normal exploration, self-grooming, or play. If other abnormal signs appear, consult a vet.
My dog’s mouth corners are ulcerated and bleeding; what is wrong and what medicine?
Red, ulcerated, crusted mouth corners may be skin infection, trauma, or oral inflammation. Disinfect with iodine, consider allergy or oral disease; see a vet for antibiotics or mouth spray.
A friend gave me a cat; its eyes look strange and I don’t know what’s wrong
From the photo, there is heavy eye discharge and some around the nose, which is usually abnormal. Too much discharge can come from 'internal heat' from oily food and low water intake.
How often should a Bedlington Terrier be groomed?
A Bedlington Terrier usually needs grooming about every 2 months. Its fast-growing coat needs regular trimming, and grooming helps catch skin issues early.