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My dog’s hind thigh bone was broken by a car, had internal fixation surgery, and now the plate has bent. What should I do?
A bent plate after fixation needs revision surgery, ideally adding an intramedullary pin for double fixation, plus a week of external bandaging. Restrict movement and cage-rest for one to two months with anti-inflammatory and calcium support.
My 12-year-old dog was terrified, jumped high, fell, and has drooled heavily for four days; head still cannot move, hind legs move, front legs stiff, only slight self-movement; yesterday eyes were lively and took milk by syringe, today refuses water and milk. Any chance of recovery? What to feed for nutrition?
A fall can cause brain and spine injury with head tilt, drooling, paralysis, and later stiffness and incontinence; urgent imaging is needed. Nutrition like lactoferrin, calcium, and vitamins helps, but lasting deficits are likely.
My dog is 6.5 years old. Two nights ago after a normal meal it cried for water at midnight and drank four bowls, then the next day started vomiting, stood unsteadily with its tail tucked, and seemed about to collapse, not eating or drinking for two days. Now it exhales heavily and lies motionless – this has lasted a day and night. What should I do?
If from overeating, use probiotics and an antiemetic; if no improvement, it may be more than gas - see a vet for imaging. Gentle belly rubs help at home.
What happens if a Teddy dog’s nails are not trimmed?
Untrimmed nails grow long, curl into the pads causing pain and lameness, and can lead to interdigital dermatitis. They also scratch people and damage furniture.
Dog is listless, has diarrhea, and will not eat or drink
Bloody diarrhea has many causes: 1) swallowed sharp foreign body damaging the gut - X-ray and surgery; 2) parasite gut inflammation (normal energy or appetite) - deworm plus probiotics and anti-inflammatory; 3) parvovirus or corona causing bloody tomato-like stool, vomiting, dehydration, low spirits - high mortality, go to vet.
How to make a dog vomit?
If a dog eats something wrong, induce vomiting with soapy water or diluted hydrogen peroxide. Dissolve soap in warm water, cool, and syringe-feed; it vomits soon. For peroxide, dilute 1:1 with water, control dose to avoid stomach damage; give a little vegetable oil first, wait 5 minutes, then peroxide.
What to Do When Your Dog Is Too Possessive?
Strong possessiveness in dogs springs from temperament, environment, and upbringing together. Set clear leadership and use resource-management training—teaching share and self-control—to improve it, while never indulging the behavior or it worsens. Plenty of exercise, security, and trust round out the fix.
What Causes Arthritis in Dogs?
Arthritis in dogs is driven by genetics, obesity, improper exercise, and aging. Breeds prone to joint dysplasia—such as Saint Bernard, German Shepherd, and Pomeranian—are at higher risk, while excess weight and hard exercise wear down cartilage, and older dogs lose bone density. Prevention centers on weight control, joint-friendly low-impact exercise, warmth, paw traction, and regular checkups.
How to Handle Milk Engorgement in Nursing Dogs
Milk engorgement in lactating dogs is common and, when mild, can be eased by adjusting the diet and gently massaging or warm-compressing the mammary glands. Severe cases—especially those involving mastitis—require prompt veterinary attention, often with antibiotics and manual milk drainage. Preventive care centers on balanced feeding, moderate exercise, and stress reduction.
What happens if a dog is shaved bald?
Shaving a dog bald can damage follicles and regrowth, expose skin to sunburn and parasites, and hurt its confidence and social life.