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My dog’s hind legs suddenly went weak; it’s hard for it to stand up or sit down, though sometimes it can move normally, and its energy isn’t as good as before
There are many reasons a dog's hind legs suddenly go weak, roughly: 1. Trauma causing sudden inability to stand or walk. 2. Prolonged exercise beyond the body's load, damaging the legs. 3. Insufficient calcium intake causing deficiency and weak hind legs. 4. Congenital or acquired conditions such as intervertebral disc disease or hip dysplasia (CHD), common bone diseases in large breeds. 5. Nerve damage, bone injury, arthritis, muscle atrophy, ligament damage, etc.
My cat started foaming at the mouth and won’t eat today; it has vomited several times
A cat vomiting white foam and not eating has many causes — swallowing a foreign object, indigestion, parasites, infectious disease, poisoning, liver or kidney damage — and needs a vet exam to find the cause. If the cat is otherwise alert, use anti-vomiting medication and probiotics, plus a gastric-protectant like cimetidine. If it's doing poorly, seek urgent care.
A shepherd dog brought from Shandong; it was fine when it arrived at a factory with steel, bricks, and cement, but recently it has teary eyes, some redness, a runny nose, retching (dry cough?), and diarrhea. It doesn’t look well; please help.
Watery eyes, retching, and a runny nose suggest a respiratory infection. If unvaccinated, also consider distemper, adenovirus, coronavirus, or mycoplasma/chlamydia infection. Usually the dog carries a viral disease and, after the move and the stress of a new environment, its resistance drops and the virus flares up. Prompt vet testing is advised.
I’ve been supplementing calcium, but the right claw is weak and it walks unsteadily
Common causes of an unsteady bird are a cold, enteritis, or calcium deficiency. Based on your description you supplement calcium, ruling that out, so the unsteadiness may be from a cold or enteritis. For a cold, keep it warm and avoid drafts, add nutrition to its feed, and give cold medicine if needed. For enteritis, oxytetracycline can help.
What color are American Shorthair cats’ eyes?
American Shorthair cats have many eye colors — amber, light brown, green, blue, and so on — determined by genetics. Their eye color may change with age; they may be born with blue eyes that gradually turn green over time. Whatever the color, their eyes have a unique charm.
Why is my Bichon’s coat turning yellow?
A Bichon's coat may turn yellow from not being washed for a long time; as oils secrete and oxidize, the fur can yellow, which bathing can improve. Also, insufficient nutrition can cause yellowing, so keep the diet balanced. Old age or impure bloodline can also cause yellowing.
Why is my guppy getting thin?
A guppy losing weight may be caused by diet, disease, or water temperature issues. Guppies are omnivorous fish that need a varied diet to stay healthy; unclean food or a lack of essential nutrients can lead to weight loss from insufficient intake. Also, a sick guppy's appetite drops, which can cause it to thin.
What does a female rabbit in heat look like?
A female rabbit in heat becomes restless and agitated, showing signs such as crying at night and reduced appetite, and may repeatedly raise her hindquarters. At the same time, her vulva turns red and gradually darkens, with the symptom fading after heat ends. Rabbits breed prolifically, so if not controlled they multiply rapidly, which is unhealthy; long-term heat also threatens the doe's health.
Why does a dog get pyoderma?
Canine pyoderma can be caused by parasitic infection, allergies, endocrine problems, or immune deficiency. If the owner does not deworm the dog long-term and it is infected with mites such as scabies or demodex, small pus bumps may appear on the skin. Long-term exposure to allergens can cause allergic pyoderma.
What breeds of dogs are easier to train?
A dog's training difficulty relates to its personality and intelligence. Generally, highly intelligent breeds such as Border Collies, Golden Retrievers, and Labrador Retrievers are easier to train because they are smart, agile, and eager to interact with people. Regardless of breed, the owner should be patient and use encouragement and rewards.