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My rabbit stopped eating and drinking, curls in a corner and grinds its teeth—what’s wrong?
Not eating, blank stare may be: 1) overeating causing indigestion—give pet probiotics; 2) fright—comfort it and offer favorite treats; 3) illness—bacterial or parasite infection. If other abnormalities appear, see a vet.
What does a pet Yunnan rat snake eat?
The Yunnan rat snake eats mainly rodents and reptiles like mice, snakes and lizards. In captivity feed foods matching the wild diet, such as pinky mice, scaled to its size. Young ones eat twice a week, others once; give enough water to avoid digestion problems.
How can I make my kitten defecate?
A kitten that can't poop may have indigestion or low water intake; if weaned, give warm water or honey water to soften stool, and gently massage the abdomen top-down to stimulate movement. For severe constipation, try a little hairball paste; if no effect, see a vet.
What happens if a Samoyed eats too much?
Overeating can cause indigestion with vomiting, diarrhea and constipation. With low exercise, long-term excess leads to obesity and higher risk of diabetes, joint problems and heart disease. Control portions by weight, age, activity and health, feeding small frequent meals.
My hamster passed dark-brown, flattenable stool—is it soft stool?
The picture shows normal stool; hamster stool is black or dark brown, oval, rice-sized, dry and hard, sometimes slightly soft, usually odorless. The formed stool with slight softness at the end may be mild indigestion—not serious; control feeding amount and keep diet healthy and balanced.
What causes abnormal turtle droppings?
Normal turtle stool is oval and light gray; red stool after eating fish/shrimp is normal. The pictured stool is unformed, with mucus, soft and yellow—likely indigestion or enteritis. Stop feeding and observe; keep the habitat clean and warm. If it persists, use medication to help recovery.
My two-and-a-half-month-old kitten started vomiting frequently and is now lethargic
Frequent vomiting usually signals stomach upset from digestive disease; a young kitten vomiting with low spirits may have a serious illness. If it stays lively after vomiting you can try fasting and water restriction with probiotics, anti-inflammatories and anti-emetics at home; otherwise see a vet to find the cause. Causes include blockage, hairballs, parasites, indigestion and feline panleukopenia.
A Summary of Reasons a Cat Won’t Eat
A cat not eating is complex, hairballs, illness, indigestion, or disliked food can all cause it. Observe your cat to find the cause, if unsure, see a vet. Our pet care specialists list common reasons to help you judge.
What grains can’t dogs eat?
Dogs can eat grains, just not too much — grains don't meet their nutritional needs and are harder to digest, so excess causes indigestion. Feed grains in moderation to avoid health problems. Also, some dogs are allergic to certain grains; if so, avoid that grain.
What happens if a cat eats fake/counterfeit cat food?
Fake cat food fails safety standards and is poor quality. It can cause: 1. Indigestion from excess additives/preservatives — vomiting, diarrhea. 2. Malnutrition from lacking protein/vitamins — slow growth. 3. Poisoning from unsafe additives like benzoic acid or melamine, even death. Choose safe, reliable food; see a vet if symptoms appear.