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What happens if a dog eats facial tissue?
Eating tissue can cause indigestion, as tissue is tough and does not break down easily in water. Large amounts may cause vomiting, abdominal pain, and appetite loss. Tissues also contain additives and talc that burden the gut. Pica from mineral deficiency may be the cause.
My cat was given an antidote but still will not eat after seven days; what should I do?
Poisoning causes vomiting and low appetite, and severe cases harm the kidneys, liver, and pancreas; there is often no specific antidote, and organ failure means low rescue odds. Not eating after detox may mean toxins reached the organs or the cat is weak; get a detailed check and nutritional support. If unable to go, give glucose-salt water 5 to 10 ml, 5 to 8 times daily, and syringe meat paste or food with vitamins and protein powder to survive.
What does kitten poisoning look like?
Kitten poisoning causes restlessness, violent vomiting, diarrhea, lethargy, twitching, drooling, breathing trouble, and no appetite. Some toxins destroy red cells, causing blood in urine and cyanotic mucous membranes (hemolytic anemia). Untreated, temperature drops, breathing slows, shock, even death. So see a vet promptly if suspected.
What happens if a dog eats paper?
A little paper is usually fine, as it is wood pulp and digestible. But a lot may cause indigestion with vomiting, belly pain, and constipation. Also, eating paper may mean a mineral deficiency (pica); adjust the diet with fruit, vegetables, fish, and meat for protein and vitamins.
What if a Golden Retriever skips a day of food?
Skipping one day affects the gut but is usually fine if the dog is healthy, so do not worry much. But do not let it go hungry often, or gut problems like vomiting, diarrhea, bloating, and low appetite follow. If often out, use a timed feeder. If stress-related, comfort it; appetite returns in about two days.
What if a puppy often eats raw eggs?
Often eating raw eggs risks parasite infection and other pathogens, harming the gut and causing vomiting and diarrhea. Egg protein aids growth and immunity if cooked. But cook eggs first; also do not feed too much egg white, as avidin blocks vitamin B absorption.
How long after vaccination can a cat be bathed?
Bathe a cat about one week after vaccination, because resistance drops right after and bathing then easily causes disease or skin infection. Wait until antibodies form and the body recovers. After vaccination watch for side effects; mild low appetite, diarrhea, or vomiting within two days is normal, but beyond two days seek a vet.
What happens if a Golden Retriever is not dewormed?
Without deworming, a Golden easily gets internal and external parasites. External ones bite the skin and drink blood, causing itch, bleeding, hair loss, and from scratching, skin inflammation and ulcers. Internal ones harm gut and organs, causing vomiting, diarrhea, weight loss, poor appetite, lethargy, even encephalitis or myocarditis. Deworm regularly and avoid tall grass and raw food.
How is hydrocephalus in a puppy treated?
Puppy hydrocephalus, or water on the brain, is usually extra cerebrospinal fluid from blocked or poorly absorbed drainage, causing head-bobbing, circling, and severe vomiting or headache. If slow, use anti-inflammatory and diuretic drugs with a light, digestible diet. If severe, seek a vet for repeated drainage or surgery.
How do you know a Teddy with parvovirus has fully recovered?
A Teddy with parvovirus usually needs 6 to 10 days to recover. If vomiting eases, diarrhea and blood in stool fade, and spirit and appetite return to normal, it is getting better. Confirm with blood or stool tests at the vet. Because parvovirus damages the gut lining, soft stools or diarrhea may persist 1 to 2 weeks; feed light, nutritious, digestible food.