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After a fracture, some areas have gone down in swelling, but the small fractured spot has not yet subsided.
Early signs of stomatitis in cats include lethargy, reduced appetite, drooling, difficulty chewing, and red swollen oral mucosa. Without timely treatment, ulcers enlarge and the cat may stop eating and lose weight, so treat promptly and see a vet if needed.
2-month kitten with panleukopenia: day1 no food, lethargic, brooding squat; day2 gave meds/glucose, then constant drooling/foam, can’t feed; day3 very weak, blank stare. Force anti-vomit shot and tube feeding? 2+ days no food, afraid it starves.
Confirmed panleukopenia needs professional hospital care: specific, supportive, symptomatic. Early stage: no food; vet gives nutrients via fluids, plus anti-vomit and leukocyte/interferon/monoclonal therapies. It's severe - don't treat at home; go promptly.
My dog was fine in the morning, but after my afternoon nap it started trembling nonstop when I called it, can’t stand up, just lies down shaking. What’s going on and what should I do?
Trembling and inability to stand can come from calcium deficiency, poisoning, epilepsy, cold, bone injury, or neuromuscular disease. Warm the dog first; if symptoms persist, see a vet promptly.
My dog’s hind legs suddenly went limp, with no sensation when touched, and it lost bladder and bowel control; now it drags itself when walking. I can’t get home right now, please help!
Hind-leg paralysis with incontinence may stem from spinal or intracranial problems, needing CT or MRI and neurological exams. If a vet visit isn't immediately possible, give pet broad-spectrum anti-inflammatory and nerve-support medication temporarily.
My cat is in good shape but recently started coughing-like episodes, at first once a day after waking with no nasal discharge, then suddenly worsened to three or four times a day. It turned cold suddenly and research suggests reverse sneezing, but I am very worried.
A cat's reverse sneezing can be caused by a respiratory foreign body, allergic reaction, parasite infection, respiratory infection, or heart problems. Take the cat to a veterinary hospital promptly for examination and appropriate treatment based on the findings.
Cat brought home June 17, June 18 started yellow thick nasal discharge, normal appetite/stools/energy; eye drops since 18th, no relief. What to do?
Kitten runny nose may be respiratory infection; with eye signs, rule out rhinotracheitis. As a new cat, get a full vet check to find the cause. If simple cold, pet cold medicine.
Cat’s back neck has crust-like small hard lumps; lifting fur shows black specks at roots – what disease?
Likely a skin disease with crusts and dandruff; many types. Get a vet skin test. Common: fungal, bacterial, mite, flea, allergic dermatitis; rare: specific, metabolic.
Why can’t my dog stand up?
Many causes: paw punctures or fractures; calcium deficiency with low appetite, pica, thinness; arthritis, low potassium, low calcium, low sugar. If unclear, see a vet.
What are the symptoms of cat stomatitis?
Red gums, inflamed teeth, drooling, bad breath, pain, chewing difficulty; strong pain also causes lethargy and poor appetite. Untreated worsens, even fatal - see a vet.
Why does my dog have very bad breath?
Causes: debris between teeth growing bacteria/tartar; indigestion/dysbiosis; smelly food; stomatitis/gingivitis. Find the specific cause to fix it.