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Why is my dog not eating and pooping blood?
Blood in stool with no appetite may be parvovirus, internal parasites, intestinal scraping, or poisoning — see a vet. Bone/foreign-object scraps can lightly scratch the gut (try anti-inflammatory first); lethargy+vomiting+no appetite suggests virus/poison; overdue deworming needs a fecal test first.
What should I do if my dog’s ear itches and it keeps scratching?
An itchy ear that a dog won't stop scratching may be ear mites, otitis, surrounding skin disease or parasite bites. First put on an Elizabethan collar to prevent hematoma, hair loss and skin damage from scratching. Check the ear: black/brown/reddish discharge usually means ear mites - treat with mite medication. Redness with yellow or clear fluid suggests otitis - use antibacterial ear drops and anti-inflammatories, or see a vet if severe. Hair loss, broken skin or dandruff around the ear points to parasites or skin disease - get a skin scraping to identify the type before medication.
What does it mean when a stray dog follows a person?
A stray following you is likely asking for help — many were once pets and are affectionate. It may be hungry or unwell. If you help, get a vet check first to rule out disease.
Is it harmful for a dog to eat its own poop?
Yes, it is harmful. Feces carry bacteria and parasites that upset the gut, and the habit can spread to other animals' waste. Feed on a fixed schedule to avoid hunger-driven coprophagia, and check for mineral deficiencies (pica) at the vet.
Why Is My Dog’s Coat Turning Yellow?
A yellowing coat often traces to unbalanced nutrition, harsh or human shampoo, or parasites. Fix the diet, use a proper dog shampoo, and deworm; if the dog is thinning or unwell, see a vet to find the cause.
How to Reduce Shedding in Dogs
Less shedding starts with good hydration and balanced nutrition, plus regular brushing, a clean environment, routine baths, some sun, and deworming. Poor diet, dirty surroundings, and parasites are the usual culprits behind heavy, low-quality coat loss.
Deworm First or Vaccine First? Get the Order Right
For a new cat, deworm first, then vaccinate. Parasites keep the immune system stressed so a shot can't build proper antibodies — risking vaccine failure or a severe reaction. Plan: settle in a week, deworm at 45+ days, then FVRCP shots 3 weeks apart plus rabies a week later. Indoor cats still need regular deworming, and FVRCP doesn't cover every disease.
How to Tell If Your Cat’s Deworming Worked
If a cat already had worms, check a week later: no eggs or live worms in the stool means internal parasites are cleared, and parting the coat should show no fleas, lice, or ticks. Mites need a skin scrape and healing check. If signs remain, use a correctly matched product and repeat in 10-15 days.
45 Essential Tips Every First-Time Dog Owner Should Know
Bringing a dog home is a decade-plus commitment. This guide packs 45 must-know basics for new owners — from pre-arrival prep, feeding, and vaccines to grooming, deworming, and behavior training — so you can keep your dog healthy and avoid the common mistakes that cause illness, fear, or bad habits.
Why won’t my dog eat and is pooping blood?
Not eating with bloody stool first suggests parvo or coronavirus, especially unvaccinated puppies — high risk, so see a vet; if infectious, treat symptomatically plus antivirals. If it's a vaccinated adult, think parasites (coccidia, trichomonas) or a gut-scraping foreign object causing gastroenteritis or pancreatitis — also needs a vet check.