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How to tell what breed a dog is?
The dog in the photo is a rural dog (Tugou); its genes are complex and varied with no fixed traits. Generally short coat, mainly yellow/black, small erect or semi-erect ears that half-drop forward. They are healthy, strong, enduring and more naturally fertile than other breeds.
At first the eye was swollen and could not open; later the nose above the affected eye swelled and started affecting the hamster’s breathing
Per your description, the hamster may have an untreated upper respiratory infection leading to secondary nasal infection (sinusitis or nasal abscess), causing swelling and breathing difficulty, with sneezing, runny nose, congestion and low spirits. Nasal tumor or foreign body is also possible. See a vet promptly to avoid airway blockage; if unavailable, conservative care with neomycin eye drops in nose/eyes, cold medicine and anti-inflammatories, plus nutrition.
My cat’s eye won’t open—not sure if injured fighting the other cat
The photo shows no wound; the closed eye is likely conjunctivitis or keratitis from irritation. Clean around the eye with a soft cloth and rinse with 3% boric acid or 1% alum solution. Apply pet eye drops or erythromycin ointment and watch for improvement; if no better, see a vet.
My cat suddenly lost a patch of fur, and the exposed skin has bloody scabs
Hair loss with scabs may be dermatitis, ringworm, bacterial or parasite infection—all with shedding and crusting. Shave fur around the spot, apply antibacterial/anti-inflammatory medication and an Elizabethan collar to stop scratching. If no improvement, see a vet for blood and skin secretion tests.
My cat’s eyes suddenly widened, white fluid at the mouth, body twitching; the episode lasted under a few minutes, then after recovering its breathing was rapid—why?
Wide eyes, white fluid and twitching are signs of a seizure. Causes include heart enlargement/failure in older cats, calcium deficiency, parasites or poisoning. See a vet to find any underlying disease; e.g., ingesting pesticide or rat poison needs prompt detoxification.
A stray cat with a black face and pus from the eye corners
From the photo, heavy eye/nose discharge and black face likely result from bacterial, fungal or viral (mixed) infection. Strays are usually unvaccinated and prone to respiratory disease; chronic discharge causes crusting and blackening and eye pus—test for herpes and calicivirus. Fungal infection causes hair loss, crusts; clean with saline and apply cat antibiotic eye drops/ointment, and use an Elizabethan collar.
My duck is sneezing, its crop feels a bit swollen, and it is low in spirits
A swollen duck crop suggests impaction, possibly from moldy food causing chronic gastroenteritis; keep diet and environment clean and try yeast tablets or manually remove impacted food. It could also be airsacculitis—find the cause (bacteria, virus, heat/cold stress) and treat accordingly.
My cat’s eyes are a bit red, a bit cloudy and hard to open
Red, cloudy, hard-to-open eyes may be conjunctivitis or keratitis from irritation, allergy, bacteria or virus. If the cat is otherwise well, fit an Elizabethan collar, wipe discharge with saline, and apply antibiotic eye drops (e.g., neomycin sulfate) 3-5 times daily; keratitis needs recovery drops or artificial tears. If no improvement in 3-5 days, see a vet.
How to build a bond with a Golden Retriever?
Golden Retrievers are friendly, loyal and lively, so bonding is easy. Feed on schedule while speaking gently to familiarize your voice. Play often—walks, balls, frisbees. Do basic training (sit, stay, come) to build understanding and trust. Provide a safe, comfortable home and stay calm.
My cat has loose stools; after defecating its rear swells slightly with watery discharge, but it is alert yet has reduced appetite
Loose stools with a swollen rear may stem from gastroenteritis, parasites or food allergy; have a vet diagnose the cause. If a visit is hard, clean the area with saline-soaked gauze. For ongoing diarrhea, give pet anti-diarrheal and anti-inflammatory medication, and apply ointment to the swollen anus avoiding licking.