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My dog is lethargic with poor appetite and weak limbs (fever?)
A dog with these signs may have a fever; use physical cooling with diluted alcohol or 32-36C water on belly, paws, armpits. Watch temperature; if it stays high or worsens, see a vet.
My fold cat keeps meowing, especially in the bathroom
Constant meowing can be health pain (fold cats have bone disease), anxiety/stress, needs, or heat. Watch movement, comfort it, meet needs, and see a vet if pain suspected.
Can my rabbit use Compound Yizhihuang spray for mouth inflammation?
Human mouth spray depends on ingredients; this herbal spray (honeysuckle, forsythia, etc.) is safe and can be used. For severe stomatitis, also use small-pet antibiotics and apply iodine glycerin to ulcers.
My dog’s genitals are exposed after coming back from a walk
Exposure after meeting a female in heat is normal heat behavior and will retract when calm. If it stays out with redness, abnormal urination, or discharge, it may be urethritis, stones, or prostatitis; see a vet.
My male hamster is thin with scars, a swollen belly, and changed genitals
Some males have small testicles that shrink after heat; the scars may be self-biting or fighting, so separate them. Adjust diet for constipation or diarrhea as needed.
My kitten rolls around, is sleepy, and keeps meowing
Rolling, sleepiness, and crying can be heat or emotional stress. Environmental changes usually settle in a few days; unspayed cats cycle at 6-8 months for 7-10 days, then spay after heat.
My dog is panting heavily and breathing fast
Panting after exercise is normal, but constant panting with purple tongue means low oxygen from asthma, foreign object, heatstroke, brachycephalic syndrome, pneumonia, heart disease, or infection. See a vet.
My rescued cat suddenly went wild near the window; is it trauma or fear?
Sudden wild behavior and screaming usually mean fear or threat, and heat or trauma are also possible. Comfort the cat, block the pond view, and see a vet if other signs appear.
Is my dog’s genital area swollen?
A swollen vulva can be normal in heat or late pregnancy; just keep it clean. Infection or inflammation can also swell it; see a vet if swelling is abnormal or with other signs.
My dog bleeds every time it uses the bathroom
Bleeding during bathroom visits can come from poisoning, urinary disease, or being in heat. A female dog in heat may pass blood that mixes with urine, mimicking blood in urine; keep her clean and see a vet if it continues.