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I just bought a cat yesterday; the seller said she’s healthy, but this one-year-old female is all skin and bones on her back yet has a large belly that bulges to both sides, and she retches occasionally. She drank a lot of water after arriving home last night. What could be the cause?
A swollen belly in a cat can have several causes: ascites - fluid buildup from low protein (liver-related) or feline infectious peritonitis (FIP), where the main signs are a thin back, a distended fluid-filled belly, along with lethargy, poor appetite, and breathing difficulty, requiring prompt veterinary examination; or pregnancy - if the unspayed female mated at the seller's, she may well be pregnant.
How to Pick Healthy Goldfish
Picking healthy goldfish is the first step to keeping them well; beginners should choose carefully, but telling health apart is hard. Here are tips for selecting goldfish and preparing the tank.
Common Health Issues in Exotic Shorthairs and How to Care for Them
Exotic Shorthairs are prone to eye discharge, a short nose with breathing trouble, malocclusion, delicate paw pads, ear issues, and coat/skin problems from poor self-grooming. Daily cleaning, brushing, and early vet care keep these in check.
How to Pick a Healthy, Gentle Guinea Pig
With their cute looks and quiet, easy-going nature, guinea pigs have become one of the most popular small pets. Before bringing one home, learn how to pick a healthy, gentle guinea pig so you do not end up with a sick or weak one.
How to Pick a Healthy Bearded Dragon
The bearded dragon is not very common in China, but as the world's third-most-popular pet lizard it has grown popular in recent years. Many are curious about this gentle, handsome reptile and want to try keeping one. Here is how a beginner should choose a healthy bearded dragon.
How to Tell If a Pomeranian Is Healthy
Check eyes, ears, mouth and anus for no redness, odor or discharge; coat should be smooth and glossy; and the dog should be active with good appetite. Sudden drops signal illness.
What happens if a dog eats too much pig skin?
Eating too much pig skin in a short time easily causes indigestion, with vomiting, diarrhea, and loss of appetite. Long-term overfeeding can lead to obesity and related health problems.
How can you tell a puppy is healthy when buying?
First, check the puppy's mental state: healthy eyes are clear and lively with little discharge, and the puppy is active with a good appetite. Second, look for local hair loss, itching, or skin damage to avoid skin disease.
What makes a dog healthy?
Observe the dog's spirit, stools, and skin. A healthy dog is lively with bright eyes and quick reactions, and passes brown, firm, low-odor stools. Abnormal shedding or scratching may signal parasites or skin disease.
How to Tell If a Hamster Is Unhealthy?
Signs include dull eyes, lethargy, poor appetite, soft stool, and sudden weight loss or bald patches. Any of these means the hamster is unwell.