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My cat’s eyes are red around the edges and it sometimes squints, but no runny nose, sneezing, or lethargy
Red eye rims with squinting may come from internal heat, eye inflammation, strong light, or allergy. With no external injury seen, it is likely dietary heat or internal inflammation, so give more water, light food, and clean discharge. Strong light also irritates; dim the area and use anti-inflammatory or anti-fatigue drops. If discharge, sneezing, or severe allergy appears, see a vet.
Why do cats meow in the middle of the night?
Cats are nocturnal with a different body clock and are more active at night, especially un-domesticated ones. They may also meow from loneliness, boredom, or hunger, or from environmental triggers like outside sounds, smells, or other animals; females in heat also call at night.
My dog started a dry cough around 5 to 6 pm and it worsened, but was lively before; it stays in a hot factory by day and an AC room at night — could it be a cold? I also overfed it and the stool is loose
The dog may have an upper respiratory infection from bacteria or the big temperature swing between the hot factory and the AC room. Cough can also signal asthma, pneumonia, or other viral airway disease; a cold is a symptom, not a disease. Try a pet cough/anti-inflammatory medicine and keep it warm; see a vet if no improvement.
What to watch for after a dog’s inhaled anesthesia?
After inhaled anesthesia the respiratory system may be affected, so watch breathing closely and act at once on rapid, slow, or stopped breathing to avoid suffocation. Body temperature drops and chills are likely, so keep the dog warm with a blanket or heating pad, and place it in a safe spot until it wakes.
My cat has a red patch on its tongue — maybe scratched — but otherwise seems fine
A red patch on a cat's tongue can be an ulcer from viral or bacterial stomatitis, from low water and too much meat causing heat, or from vitamin deficiency. It may also be a cut from a hard object or self-biting. If a scratch is suspected, keep the mouth clean with a pet oral spray or anti-inflammatory to prevent infection.
What happens if a Golden Retriever drinks too little water?
Too little water makes a Golden Retriever's stool hard and dry, causing constipation, abdominal pain, and reduced defecation. It also concentrates urine and raises the risk of urinary disease such as urethritis, bladder stones, and nephritis, and in heat can lead to heatstroke and dehydration, so ensure ample water.
What happens if a cat eats raw fish?
Feeding cats raw fish poses several risks: parasites such as hookworms and roundworms can infest the intestines, causing diarrhea, vomiting, and anemia; mishandled fish may carry bacteria and viruses that disrupt gut flora; and eating raw fish often can make cats picky eaters. Cooked fish or formulated cat food is safer.
What Turtle Pellets Do Grass Turtles Eat?
In captivity, owners can buy specialized grass-turtle formula pellets. Main ingredients are plant powder, green soybean powder, and wheat flour, meeting nutrition needs; they also contain calcium and vitamin D3 for shell strength.
What Water Quality Do Guppies Like?
Guppies like slightly alkaline hard water; keep pH at 7.2 to 7.4 and temperature around 25 degrees Celsius. Test pH regularly and adjust; if acidic, add some lime, and heat if too cold.
Can a Dead Hamster Carry Viruses?
A healthy pet hamster that dies of old age at home usually carries no virus, but one that dies of disease may harbor parasites or other pathogens, so handle the body promptly. Cremate or bury it deeply with lime, wear gloves throughout, and disinfect the cage and dishes afterward. This article explains the risks and safe handling steps.