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What should I do about my dog’s soft stools?
Per the image, the dog has soft stools rather than vomiting. Common causes: enteritis, parasites, indigestion. If it ate a lot, likely indigestion—give probiotics and withhold food temporarily. Since the dog is a stray, parasite risk is high; check feces. Treat accordingly.
Today my dog went out to play on its own and came back listless, keeps dry-heaving, and is hiding under the sofa.
A dog that comes home listless, dry-heaving, and hiding under the sofa after going out to play may be extremely uncomfortable - it could have external injuries causing pain, internal injuries from a car accident, or stress and depression from being hit or bullied, all of which are possible. Here are some suggestions: 1. Observe the dog's behavior and symptoms - besides lethargy, dry heaving, and hiding, check whether there is loss of appetite, vomiting, diarrhea, fever, etc. If these symptoms appear, it has likely picked up a parasite or infectious disease outdoors. 2. Check the dog's body - carefully look for obvious external injuries or other abnormalities such as lumps or pain. 3. That day, provide the dog a quiet and comfortable environment with adequate water and food, and see whether it slowly starts eating and eliminating normally, avoiding excessive activity or over-stimulation. If the dog continues to refuse food and water, keeps dry-heaving, and remains lethargic, it is recommended to contact a veterinarian promptly for further diagnosis and treatment.
My two-and-a-half-month-old puppy vomits and has seizures after coming home—what’s wrong?
Vomiting, lethargy and poor condition have many causes. Without vomiting and seizures it might be stress from a new environment or transport, which usually improves in days. But a newly bought pet risks infectious disease and parasites, so with persistent vomiting, diarrhea, lethargy and appetite loss, see a vet for parvovirus, distemper, coronavirus and parasite screening. Repeated seizures also warrant checking for epilepsy or distemper nerve involvement.
I bathed the dog at noon the day before yesterday; the next day it was listless, ate one meal that it vomited undigested, and today it’s throwing up yellow fluid, has diarrhea, curls in a corner, and occasionally drinks but won’t eat.
If a dog isn't fully vaccinated, its immunity is weak and bathing can lower resistance or trigger latent viruses. Given vomiting, diarrhea, poor appetite, and lethargy, consider distemper or coronavirus, though mild digestive issues, chills, or parasites can also cause this (usually with better energy/appetite). Keep it warm, withhold food and water, give probiotics, and if no improvement see a vet for virus tests, blood work, and fecal exam.
How can I stop my dog from biting its tail?
A dog may bite its tail out of boredom, anxiety, pain, or other reasons. To stop it, you can try the following: 1. Get the dog's attention — when it starts biting its tail, use sound, toys, or other interesting things to redirect it. 2. Build good habits — do not scold it harshly when it bites its tail, as that can cause panic and anxiety.
My cat had a bowel movement on the bed with blood and mucus in it, some formed and some watery, but its energy and appetite are fine — what could be the cause?
A cat passing stool with blood and mucus, with both formed and loose stool, could be due to parasitic infection, intestinal flora imbalance, the cat food itself, proctitis, or acute enteritis. First, do not overlook parasites just because the cat is regularly dewormed — besides common tapeworms, roundworms, or hookworms that cause intestinal ulcers and bloody stool, coccidia and giardia, which routine dewormers may not cover, can also cause diarrhea and bloody stool.
My rescue stray cat (about two months old) has almost no fur on ears and tail, none on its nose, and has dandruff and scabs including in the ears
Hair loss with itching, redness, scabs, and dandruff on the head, ears, and face suggests ringworm (fungal), but external parasites like ticks and fleas cause the same signs. Check for parasites and deworm; if ringworm is confirmed, use antifungals.
My dog has a pimple on its left leg with a little scab, and blood in its stool
Bloody stool usually comes from gut disease, viral disease, or parasites, such as a gut foreign object or severe gastroenteritis, and distemper or parvovirus often include it. Get a full vet check to find the cause; do not let it worsen.
A small red patch appeared on the back of the neck, with itching
Redness and itching on the skin may be allergic dermatitis, eczema, or parasites. Check the skin and coat for parasites; if unsure, see a vet for scrapings and allergy tests, then treat with antihistamines, antibiotics, antifungals, or topical anti-inflammatory cream.
My cat’s head seems to have less fur, and when I pick at it, it comes off like dandruff
Hair loss and more dandruff on the head suggest fungal or mite infection. Watch for itching or ulcers and check for parasites; mites bring itching and redness. If the bald spot has no other signs, it may be minor, watch for regrowth; if fur never returns, see a vet.