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What to Do When Your Dog Refuses to Take Medicine
Getting a sick dog to take pills can be a real struggle. You can hide medicine in wet food, dissolve it in water, wait until hunger wins, syringe it in, or have your vet switch to injections if vomiting keeps bringing it back up.
Spironolactone: Uses and Benefits for Cats and Dogs
Spironolactone (Aldactone®) is mainly used to reduce fluid buildup that can occur in dogs and cats with heart failure or liver disease.
What Causes Diarrhea in Dogs
In our daily life, dog diarrhea is common. There are many causes; owners must not take it lightly, because diarrhea may signal other diseases, so find the specific cause for correct treatment. So how do dogs get diarrhea?
Dog Diarrhea: Causes and Treatment
Healthy dogs pass firm, brown stools one to two times a day. Diarrhea — loose, watery, or bloody stools with a strong odor — signals an underlying problem. Causes range from mild dietary upset to infections, parasites, IBD, and other diseases, so persistent or severe cases need a vet.
The Essential Cat Feeding Handbook
New cat owners often wonder where to start. Learn to estimate a cat's age from teeth and coat, set up litter boxes correctly, and know which human foods are safe, which plants soothe stress, and which 'forbidden fruits' are dangerous.
What to Do When Your Cat Has Allergies
Cats can be allergic too, much like humans: when a foreign substance entering the body is recognized as harmful, immune cells fight it. If there is too much, the fight is fierce and causes red, swollen bumps. The most common cat allergen is food.
Does the Sound of a Comb Make a Cat Vomit
Why do cats vomit at the sound of a comb being scraped? A cat's ears are sensitive to sound, especially high frequencies, which excite them! Scraping comb teeth, tearing tape, and pulling a tape measure are all high-frequency; the vibration of comb teeth is high-frequency and excites the vomiting nerve. Past a threshold it causes vomiting.
Feline Stress Response: Treatment and How Dangerous It Is
Nowadays more and more people are keeping cats and like to film interaction videos to share online. But whether you are a seasoned cat owner or a beginner, you should learn how to care for cats scientifically.
What to Do When Your Cat Is Constipated
Cat constipation is common but should not be ignored, as it can progress to megacolon. Learn the warning signs, the many possible causes, and the treatment and prevention steps from diet and weight control to stress reduction.
Three Common Dog Illnesses in Autumn and Winter
Cooler months bring three common threats: colds, bronchitis and gastroenteritis. Know the signs, keep your dog warm and dry, and consult a vet if symptoms linger or worsen.