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How do I tell if my cat has pyometra?
Pyometra is diagnosed by symptoms and abdominal ultrasound. Closed pyometra shows enlarged abdomen, fluid/pus in the uterus, lethargy, appetite loss, later vomiting. Open pyometra shows vulvar discharge and slowly worsening condition without belly enlargement. These signs give a preliminary diagnosis.
What are the symptoms of worms in dogs?
When a dog carries a significant parasite load, it usually shows lethargy, poor appetite, diarrhea, vomiting, sparse coat, weight loss, malnutrition, and anemia. Owners should keep up with both internal and external deworming. Deworming should begin at around two months of age.
Why does my dog have a lot of eye discharge?
Heavy eye discharge may come from "heat," eye inflammation, or viral disease. Oily food causes "heat" with more discharge—adjust to a light diet and more water. Eye diseases like keratitis or conjunctivitis need pet eye drops, or a vet if no improvement. Parvovirus and distemper also raise discharge with appetite loss and lethargy, needing prompt care.
What are the symptoms of Toxoplasma infection in cats?
Toxoplasma symptoms in cats include diarrhea, abdominal pain, vomiting, reduced appetite, rapid breathing, jaundice, and weight loss. Some cats show no clear signs, making it hard to notice, but pregnant cats may miscarry or have deformed or stillborn kittens. Diagnosis uses a fecal test strip or blood test; treat with sulfonamides. Since toxoplasmosis can spread to humans, owners should also get checked.
What are the symptoms of feline panleukopenia?
Feline panleukopenia causes a rapid drop in white blood cells, hence its name feline panleukopenia. It brings vomiting, diarrhea, appetite loss, lethargy, bloody stool, and eye discharge, with biphasic fever: temperature over 40°C for 1–2 days, back to normal, then rising again in 2–3 days. It is highly fatal; vaccinate kittens over two months and seek prompt treatment if infected.
Could a cat’s sides bulging out be FIP?
Bilateral belly bulging isn't necessarily FIP; it could be another illness or simple overeating. For overeating, add exercise, abdominal massage, and probiotics. FIP signs include fever, appetite loss, weight drop, and lethargy; suspect it, get a vet diagnosis fast.
What are the signs a turtle is about to die?
Dying signs vary: acute disease causes frantic thrashing then sudden death; chronic disease brings appetite loss and lethargy; natural death brings weakness and closed eyes.
How many days is a dog pregnant before birth?
Dogs are pregnant 58-65 days (average 62), large breeds longer. Signs include appetite loss, nesting, false defecation and pre-birth milk; move to the whelping box in time.
How to tell if a cat has ascites (fluid in abdomen)?
Ascites causes a swollen belly with a fluid wave and soft, deformable abdomen. A mass feels firm instead. Most ascites is from FIP and needs urgent vet care.
What are the symptoms of feline gastroenteritis?
Cat gastroenteritis shows as frequent vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal pain, fever, appetite loss, and bloody stool. Caused by bacteria or viruses, it can dehydrate and even kill; use pet meds or see a vet.