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What preparations should I make before a rabbit gives birth?
Before birth, prepare a warm, comfortable, clean, disinfected nesting box in a quiet spot. Prepare food and water in advance so the doe can replenish energy and fluids after birth (e.g., soy milk). Watch for nest-building before birth; if none, pluck some of her fur to build the nest and protect the newborns.
I took my hamster hiking and its mouth area got all wet, which looked like heatstroke; after water and the AC it slept; now it won’t eat, is hyperactive and climbs the cage (still in the car)
Early hamster heatstroke shows frantic running, then quietness with lethargy, rapid breathing, incoordination, vomiting, diarrhea or coma. Move it to a ventilated, cool place with ice packs or a fan. Give water with electrolytes or glucose for lost fluids; do not force-feed until it recovers.
My dog went out to play, came home and stopped eating, vomited the next day, only drinks water, sleeps more, and is less lively with low energy lately
Vomiting yellow fluid with no eating or drinking is usually a serious gastrointestinal disease and needs a confirmed cause before medication. For indigestion, give probiotics; for gastroenteritis with frequent vomiting, withhold food and give pet anti-inflammatory and anti-emetic plus probiotics; if no improvement, get IV fluids. Distemper or parvovirus also cause yellow vomiting and need early hospital care.
How to medicate and treat calicivirus, herpesvirus, and mycoplasma infection
This is a mixed respiratory infection needing interferon, antibiotics, and symptom care. The viruses have no specific cure, so use interferon and antivirals; herpes eye issues need eye drops, and mycoplasma is treated with doxycycline, ideally nebulized.
How long does cat fatty liver disease take to treat?
Recovery varies by individual and severity; the course is long, from weeks to months. Treatment includes fluids, infection prevention, and nutrition; follow the vet's plan. It is serious and needs early, comprehensive care.
How often should a dog with parvovirus be given an enema?
A parvovirus dog with severe diarrhea generally does not need enemas; stop feeding and give antidiarrhea and fluids. Symptoms include diarrhea, anorexia, vomiting, fever; seek veterinary care promptly. Use interferon and monoclonal antibodies as needed.
How soon after a sedative can a dog eat?
Feed a dog about 8 hours after a sedative if no reaction, preferring soft food. Skip food if it vomits; rehydrate if dehydrated.
My 2.5-month Pomeranian arrived yesterday, had normal stool, then diarrhea and vomiting; today it is weak, hind legs limp, eyes closed. What is wrong?
A new puppy with vomiting and diarrhea may have gastritis, stress, parasites or parvo/corona. Unvaccinated means test for infection first; vet care is urgent.
How long can a puppy with distemper live?
Most puppies with distemper die within 1 to 3 weeks, but a few recover with treatment, often with after-effects. Weak pups fare worst.
How long can a dog with untreated parvovirus survive?
Untreated parvo is usually fatal within a week, sometimes within hours for weak dogs. Early veterinary care with fluids and support is critical for survival.