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My spayed female dog is anorexic, lethargic, weak and vomiting yellow-green fluid; the wound drained pus and the belly is fluid-filled – what’s wrong?
The report shows limb inflammation, anemia and kidney/liver damage; with belly fluid consider FIP. Post-spay infection or sepsis is likely; hospitalize for liver/kidney support and antibiotics.
My cat developed a black chin and heavy tear stains in the past week – what’s wrong?
Black chin and oily tail are usually folliculitis from a greasy diet and excess oil. Lighten the diet, clean more, and spay if not breeding.
What is removed during a female cat’s spay surgery?
Spaying removes the uterus and ovaries. The best age is 7-8 months. The incision is below the navel and deep; prevent licking post-surgery.
Cat Changed Personality After Visiting a Friend’s House With Other Cats
A personality change after a stressful new environment is likely a stress response that may ease over time at home. Provide food and water; if it persists or seems estrus-related, consider spaying.
Why does my cat poop and urinate everywhere?
Frequent causes are heat marking with urine, or illness making the cat uncomfortable. Watch for restlessness, rolling or calling; spay if no breeding is planned. If signs of sickness appear, see a vet.
What happens if a cat in heat is not allowed outside?
A confined cat in heat may yowl day and night, disturbing the household, and lose appetite, leading to weight loss and weaker immunity. Unspayed females risk pyometra and ovarian cysts. Spaying is advised if no breeding is planned.
What happens if a female cat in heat is left untreated?
A heat cycle lasts 7-10 days and usually resolves on its own, but unbred cats may cycle more often, even weekly. This raises the risk of pyometra, mammary tumors and ovarian cysts. Spaying after the cycle ends is recommended.
How do I treat a dog’s false pregnancy?
False pregnancy usually resolves in 2-3 weeks without medicine. Limit diet to light, low-fat food to avoid mastitis, and wipe any nipple discharge daily. If it lasts too long, a vet may use hormones or spaying.
What Causes a Dog’s False Pregnancy?
False pregnancy mainly comes from hormone imbalance, and also reproductive disease or poor mating. It mimics pregnancy; manage diet and consider spaying to avoid later disease.
How can I prevent pregnancy during my dog’s heat period?
A dog in heat can't be spayed immediately, so prevent pregnancy: keep it from free roaming, leash it outdoors, and use doggy pants (changed daily). After heat, consider spaying if healthy.