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My Corgi is almost four months old but only weighs 4.8 pounds; is that normal?
A four-month Corgi at 4.8 pounds is on the thin side, possibly from mixed breeding with a smaller dog or from health issues like malnutrition, parasites, or endocrine disease. Try regular deworming and extra protein, vitamins, and fat. If weight does not increase, see a vet.
How can I fatten up a thin Papillon mix?
A thin Papillon mix may have parasites, poor nutrition, weak digestion, or illness. Feed rich, balanced food in small frequent meals and encourage play for digestion. A vet check rules out parasites, gut, or endocrine issues.
What does it mean when a dog’s farts smell very bad?
Foul-smelling flatulence may stem from digestive issues or oral hygiene problems, including unsuitable or greasy food and gut infections. Adjusting the diet and giving pet probiotics can help. If it does not improve, a veterinary check is advised.
I Always Fed Timothy Hay, but Ran Out; From Monday Night to This Morning I Gave Fresh Grass, Vegetables, and a Small Pack of Rabbit Pellets. Yesterday Afternoon It Ate Less, but Was Active at Night; This Morning It’s Lethargic, Lying Down, Not Eating, Tiny Sticky Smelly Droppings, Very Yellow Urine
Likely digestive disease from diet change or fresh greens. Poor appetite and lethargy = illness. Fast the rabbit, give little or no water, feed probiotics or lactase to regulate flora; then gradually return to old food, avoid greens and fresh grass. If no recovery, vet fecal exam for parasites or flora.
My 69-Day-Old Kitten, Home for 3-4 Days, Ate Fine the First Two Days, Then Since Last Night Hasn’t Eaten a Single Kibble but Drank Some Water
A kitten home 3 days not eating may be from new-environment stress or pickiness; if it won't even eat treat paste it may be sick. Start with active probiotics to repair the gut, cook chicken breast or favorite food to boost appetite. If it starts eating, offer fresh food. If it keeps not eating it will become malnourished or dehydrated - see vet. Many causes; observe, and if lethargic get a full checkup - new kittens may carry infectious disease or parasites.
What Causes a Cat’s Skin Redness, Scabbing, and Hair Loss?
Per photo, local redness, scabbing, hair loss suggests ringworm. Typical signs: red skin, patches, hair loss, itch, scabs, rash, dandruff; check with Wood's lamp (not 100% accurate). Parasites or bacteria also possible. Get a skin scrape and microscopy to identify type, treat accordingly.
Why Does a Dog Like to Shake Its Coat?
Shaking occurs when: cleaning fur, signaling, relieving stress/regulating mood, drying fur, stretching. Dirt on fur - self-clean; stress - release; wet fur - shake dry. Frequent shaking may indicate parasites or skin disease - check skin.
Why does my cat lick its fur frequently?
Frequent licking is normal grooming to clean dirt; it also relieves itch from skin disease or parasites, and eases anxiety or stress. It is self-regulation, but over-licking or other signs need a vet check.
Why is my dog having diarrhea and vomiting yellow fluid?
Causes include swallowed foreign objects, bacterial gastroenteritis, infectious disease, or food-change upset; unclean food or long hunger also trigger it. Gastroenteritis or distemper, parvo, or parasites also cause it. If unvaccinated, test for infection; for gastroenteritis, use dog-specific anti-emetics and probiotics.
How do I care for a stray dog?
First give a full vet check-up for disease and parasites; then vaccinate and deworm; bathe it clean at a shop or clinic before bringing home; finally provide a quiet, warm, comfortable home, nutritious food, and daily exercise and training.