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What happens if a dog eats birth control pills?
If a dog eats birth control pills it may experience vomiting, reduced appetite, lethargy, and convulsions. In addition, the pills can disrupt the dog's hormones, affect its fertility, and may even cause permanent infertility. Although pet-specific contraceptives exist on the market, there is little long-term data on their effectiveness and safety, so their reliability can't be guaranteed. Because a dog's physiology differs from a human's, birth control pills may not work and can cause serious side effects. The safer, more effective option is to have the dog spayed or neutered at a proper veterinary clinic. For females, spaying prevents health risks from pregnancy and delivery such as pyometra; for males, neutering avoids territorial fights, sexual behavior, and related problems.
It meows incredibly loudly—all kinds of crying. Lately it starts around 5–6 a.m. every day at that same time. Scolding does no good; it keeps crying even while being punished or with its mouth held shut; otherwise it just strings together all sorts of wailing sounds.
Common reasons a cat cries at night include being in heat, hunger, thirst, or feeling cold. Check the food and water bowls; if empty, offer some and see if it stops. Also keep it warm. If those are ruled out, consider heat or discomfort, and if you don't plan to breed it, spaying or neutering is an option.
After being spayed, my cat doesn’t recognize her ‘daughter’ (another cat) — they hiss at each other
It is common for a cat to be hissed at by others after spaying, because hormone changes and hospital smells make her seem like a stranger. The spayed cat may also hiss due to post-surgery pain. Keep them separated for a while to avoid fights.
What does a Border Collie’s heat (menstruation) look like?
A Border Collie in heat shows obvious swelling of the vulva with a little pink or red bloody discharge, and she grooms herself often; it lasts about 6-10 days. She may be anxious, vocal, and clingy, and if not bred, spaying is worth considering.
What is the latest age to spay or neuter a cat?
There is no strict age limit, but older cats face higher anesthesia risk and more pyometra risk at 4 to 5 years. Spay as early as possible, ideally before first heat, at 6 to 8 months. Before surgery, examine the cat to ensure it can tolerate anesthesia.
My cat’s tail is oily with a hard, swollen spot that hurts
An oily tail with secondary folliculitis is usually from hormonal imbalance or a too-greasy diet. Adjust the diet, use an antibacterial shampoo, apply erythromycin, and consider spaying/neutering.
Brought a new younger cat home in August 2023; isolated for over a week; the older sister was hostile but they kept to themselves. Recently she suddenly became very aggressive, attacking the brother viciously on sight. How to solve?
A cat suddenly turning aggressive may be from heat, discomfort, or environmental change. Isolate them first; consider spaying after heat; see a vet if other symptoms appear.
My cat stays in this posture and keeps meowing
If a cat's appetite and energy are normal but it arches its back, raises its rear, and meows constantly, it is likely in heat. Spaying after the heat is advised if you don't plan to breed.
My cat keeps lying on the ground, kicking its hind legs, and making noises
A cat lying down, kicking its legs, and vocalizing may be in heat; distract it with play and toys, and consider spaying afterward if you don't plan to breed. If it cannot stand, a leg muscle or joint injury is possible and needs a vet.
I have a male and female cat; female in heat mated, maybe pregnant, but I don’t want kittens; spay within 15 days
Spaying before finishing vaccines is risky; immunity drops and illness may occur without antibodies. Spaying during pregnancy is also risky. If must spay, use a proper veterinary hospital to minimize risk.