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My kitten sneezes often, sprays saliva while sneezing, and keeps making a rumbling snoring sound
Sneezing with a rumbling sound has different causes. If a kitten sneezes often it is likely sick and needs a vet. If the cat is otherwise happy and the rumble comes from the chest, it is contentment; give cold medicine and keep it warm.
My cat tested negative for feline rhinotracheitis, but the vet says it is a cold; the cat has no other symptoms
There are many reasons a cat may cough, such as pneumonia, bronchitis, viral colds, and feline rhinotracheitis, and coughing can also be caused by food aspiration. Since rhinotracheitis has been ruled out and the vet diagnoses a cold-related cough, prompt symptomatic treatment is needed.
Red, hairless skin on the foot
Red, swollen, hairless skin on a rabbit suggests local dermatitis from fungal or bacterial infection. Take the rabbit to a nearby clinic for a microscopic exam of skin secretions to confirm the cause, then treat specifically.
My dog stole a piece of chocolate candy, is it okay?
A small amount of chocolate may be harmless, but chocolate's theobromine is toxic to dogs. Watch closely and seek vet care or induce vomiting if affected.
How can you tell a dog is sick?
Sick dogs often show low appetite, lethargy, and weakness. Specific systems show distinct signs like vomiting or coughing; see a vet if noticed.
When do an Akita’s ears stand up?
An Akita's ears start rising at about one month and fully stand by 6 to 8 months. Calcium supplements and ear care support the process.
How long after external deworming medicine can a dog be bathed?
Best to wait a week, at least 3 days. The medicine penetrates via sebaceous glands over 2 to 3 days; bathing too soon reduces absorption and efficacy, causing incomplete deworming. So wait a week.
What happens if a dog eats too much sausage?
Too much sausage: first, high fat and salt cause weight gain and kidney burden, leading to shedding, tear stains, bad breath. Second, seasonings and additives burden digestion, causing diarrhea, vomiting, indigestion. Finally, high sodium and phosphorus may cause bone problems. Avoid overfeeding sausage.
What happens if a dog doesn’t sleep well?
Poor sleep causes fatigue and low spirits, abnormal behavior like not playing or laziness. Sleep restores energy and immunity; poor quality lowers immunity, easy infection. Poor sleep also makes dogs anxious; long-term affects mental health. Finally, it can lead to obesity, heart disease, breathing difficulty.
How long does postpartum twitching in dogs last?
Postpartum calcium deficiency causes twitching, usually stopping after about 15 minutes; but severe deficiency may last about 12 hours and untreated can be fatal. To prevent, supplement calcium during pregnancy and lactation. If it occurs, use calcium gluconate or pet liquid calcium to supplement quickly.