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What to Do About Contact Dermatitis in Dogs
Contact dermatitis is an uncommon skin condition in dogs, mainly caused by contact with plants, drugs, and various chemicals. It is less common in animals than in people because a dog's skin is well protected by its coat, so it appears on sparsely haired areas. This article explains the allergic and irritant types and how they are diagnosed and treated.
What to Do for Feline Liver Failure
The veterinarian will perform various tests to diagnose liver failure and rule out other diseases that may cause similar symptoms. Obtaining a complete history, describing clinical signs, and a thorough physical examination are all important methods for reaching a diagnosis. In addition, a liver biopsy is necessary in some cases to obtain a definitive diagnosis. Your veterinarian may recommend the following tests to rule out other diseases and confirm the diagnosis of liver failure.
Diagnosis and Treatment of Dog Near-Drowning
Near-drowning is defined as survival for more than 24 hours after being fully submerged. This article explains the stages of near-drowning, how fresh and salt water differ, and the diagnostic tests and treatments veterinarians use.
Symptoms of Inflammatory Bowel Disease in Dogs
Canine IBD is a group of gastrointestinal diseases involving infiltration of inflammatory cells into the dog's gastrointestinal tract. IBD can affect the upper and lower digestive tracts and is the most common cause of chronic vomiting and diarrhea in dogs. The cause of IBD is not yet clear. This article covers its symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment.
Cat Vomiting: Causes and How to Tell What’s Wrong
Cat vomiting has dozens of causes—from eating too fast and hairballs to infections, toxins like lilies, and organ disease. Telling active vomiting from passive regurgitation, then reading the vomit, frequency, and your cat's energy, narrows the cause before a vet visit.
Why Your Dog Has Red Spots on Its Belly
Red spots on a dog's belly usually come from a bacterial or mite (mange) infection, or from a skin condition made worse by heat and moisture. Pinpointing the cause lets you treat it correctly—antibiotics for bacteria, mange therapy for mites, and a vet visit when it spreads.
What to Do When Your Golden Retriever Has a Runny Nose
A runny nose in a Golden Retriever can come from something as simple as a nasal irritant or a seasonal cold, or from something more serious like pneumonia. The right response depends entirely on the cause, so matching the treatment to the trigger matters more than reaching for any one medication.
What to Do About a Puppy’s Pus-Like Nasal Discharge
Puppies get runny noses often, and some discharge is normal, but thick pus-like discharge with sneezing, dried mucus, low appetite and sleepiness signals illness. Warm the pup, confirm fever, and treat a cold or respiratory infection; severe cases need the vet.
What to Do When Your Cat Has Watery Diarrhea
Watery diarrhea in cats can signal anything from routine enteritis to serious feline panleukopenia, and the right treatment depends on the underlying cause. Bloody stool, vomiting, fever or weakness means urgent veterinary care. Supportive care at home helps only once the cause is identified.
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