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Devon Rex with recurring pimples only controlled by steroids; allergic to millet and corn but no exposure; what to do?
Devon Rex skin is generally sensitive and prone to allergy and immunity issues. Switch to a low-allergen food lower in protein and fat, and keep the environment clean.
Why can’t my chick close its beak?
A chick that can't close its beak may have injury, a mouth sore, dryness, or trapped food. Check for foreign objects or wounds, add water and vitamin C for dryness, clean wounds with saline and add B2/E, and see a vet if no improvement.
What causes neurogenic paralysis in dogs?
Causes relate to genetics, environment, nutrition, and infection. Some dogs carry neuropathy genes; polluted environments (radiation, toxins) damage the nervous system; long-term B1 deficiency; and diseases like distemper or rabies also affect it.
What happens if a dog’s nerves are damaged by a bite?
A bitten nerve can cause lameness, seizures, paralysis; eye-nerve damage may cause blindness. Nerve damage is hard to heal on its own, so seek veterinary care. Vets use mecobalamin, vitamins B and E, calcium to aid recovery; acupuncture, massage, heat, electrotherapy can help. Treat external wounds with cleaning and anti-inflammatory/pain meds.
What causes puppy anemia?
Puppy anemia has many causes: malnutrition, parasites, genetics, and organ disease. Lack of iron, B12, or folate; heartworm, fleas, and ticks destroy red cells; liver, kidney, or cancer disease also causes it; some are congenital.
My dog is paralyzed and no cause was found after 2 days of IV; can it recover?
Paralysis may be spine, nerve compression, fracture, or toxin. If X-ray is clear, do CT/MRI for nerve paralysis. Nerve paralysis is hard; massage, acupuncture, anti-inflammatory, warm compress, and B vitamins may help.
My cat has patchy hair loss on its tail, was 2-3 spots now many, some bald, painful to touch
Long-standing skin issues with pigmentation are hard to confirm as ringworm; use a Wood's lamp (green fluorescence = fungus), and a skin scrape rules out mixed bacteria. Tail hair loss that's oily may be stud-tail (folliculitis). At home, shave, rinse with saline, apply antibacterial and terbinafine spray, use a collar, and supplement B/vitamin/fish oil; disinfect the environment.
What happens if a dog eats only meat
An all-meat diet lacks vitamins and fiber, risks anemia and digestive overload, and the high fat can cause obesity and related diseases. A balanced diet is important.
My dog has red bumps on its head and legs with thickened skin – what’s wrong?
Red, thickened bumps suggest demodex, scabies or a fungal infection, possibly mixed. Get a skin scraping; if unavailable, use an ivermectin parasite treatment and medicated baths.
What Are the Benefits and Drawbacks of Brown Sugar Water for Dogs?
Brown sugar water contains B vitamins and minerals that can support immunity and digestion, and may ease mild diarrhea or vomiting. However, its high sugar content can promote bacteria, cavities, obesity, and diabetes if overfed.