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My cat had a rabies vaccine and fought strays; its claw grazed me with a tiny bit of blood, can I get rabies?
Within six months of a cat's rabies vaccination, a person bitten or scratched by it generally will not get rabies, since the cat has antibodies. Minor wounds need only local disinfection. But no vaccine is 100% effective, so to be safe get the rabies vaccine yourself promptly.
Common Turtle Diseases and How to Treat Them
Turtles can fall ill with white eye disease, skin rot, shell rot, digestive trouble, or pneumonia, often from dirty water, crowding, or temperature swings. Most are preventable with clean, stable, warm water and prompt treatment.
My 7-month cat has several small cracks on its neck in different spots; what caused it or what skin disease is it, and how to treat? (I shaved the fur, it didn’t fall out)
The marks look like scratch wounds, likely from fights if the cat goes out or lives with others. Clean and disinfect; they are already healing. Keep it from licking or getting wet.
My dog’s leg is injured and the skin is broken
Broken skin, hair loss, and scabs from a superficial wound need iodine disinfection and antibiotic ointment plus a collar. If from skin disease, get a scrape test first.
How Long Does It Take to Cure a Turtle’s Shell Rot?
Recovery from shell rot depends on the cause and severity. The most common cause is bacterial invasion after shell injury or abrasion.
When Is the Best Time to Dock a Corgi’s Tail?
Docking a Corgi's tail is best done within 1 to 3 days after birth, the earlier the better, to minimize the pain the procedure causes. Read on to learn more about Corgi tail docking and how it is done.
What Happens If You Are Bitten by a Turtle?
A turtle bite usually causes no serious harm but may bring pain, redness, bleeding. Rinse with water or soapy water, apply iodine. Keep the wound dry and clean to avoid infection; if infected, swollen, painful, see a vet. Avoid letting turtles bite and protect their health.
What Happens If You Are Bitten by a Shepherd Dog?
A shepherd bite can cause trauma and pain, and in severe cases infection and bleeding. If unvaccinated, there is rabies risk--wash with soapy water, apply iodine, and get the vaccine promptly. Shepherds are working dogs with strong guarding instincts; do not approach unfamiliar dogs.
Since yesterday my cat’s leg does not lift comfortably
A leg held up and not bearing weight may be a bone injury, soft tissue injury, or skin wound. An X-ray confirms fractures; disinfect any skin damage.
Caring for a Brazilian Turtle (Red-Eared Slider)
The Brazilian turtle (red-eared slider) is hardy but needs the right setup to stay healthy and live long. Choose a turtle at least six months old, house it in a covered tank with water at about 25°C, always feed it in the water, and manage a proper hibernation and breeding routine.