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Why does a rabbit bite its own fur?
A rabbit chewing its own fur may have pica or a skin problem. An unbalanced diet lacking trace elements can cause fur-chewing or object-chewing. Skin disease with itching can also cause it. Also, a doe near birth may bite fur. Judge the cause from the situation and help accordingly.
Why does a Border Collie bite people?
A Border Collie may bite because a stranger threatens it, triggering attack; its chasing instinct can cause accidental bites during play; or illness and discomfort make it irritable and bite. Judge the cause from the situation.
My dog keeps scratching and probably has fleas; I bought medication, but then noticed pus-filled bumps on its belly with a lot of scabbing, and I don’t dare to buy medication casually — I really don’t know what to do
Pus-filled bumps and scabs on a dog's belly are generally skin inflammation caused by bacterial superficial pyoderma, usually because the dog frequently lies on damp flooring or in a humid environment while its own skin resistance is weak, leading to secondary bacterial infection. If you don't know how to handle it, the best approach is to take the dog for a skin scraping examination and use medication as directed by the veterinarian.
My dog ran out on its own and got bitten by another dog, and now its leg is limping — what should I do?
A dog that has been bitten by another dog and is now limping may have suffered serious damage that could involve deep muscle tissue or bone, and should be taken to a veterinary hospital immediately for a full examination and X-rays to check for internal organ injury, fractures, and muscle damage. First, do not attempt to treat it at home on your own, as a dog's teeth are quite virulent and their bite force is strong; if the dog shakes its head while biting, it usually causes tearing and puncture wounds.
Why does a dog need to wear a muzzle?
Reasons to muzzle a dog: prevent barking or biting, especially when fearful or aggressive in strange places, reducing threat to people and animals. Also for health and safety—stops licking or biting wounds that could infect. Also used as a training tool to correct bad habits.
How should I keep an alligator snapping turtle well?
Alligator snapping turtles are fiercer than usual pet turtles, so keep them in a separate tank to avoid biting others. They are large, needing at least a 1.2 x 1.8 m tank, and prefer shallow water just over the shell. Keep stable water temperature (20 to 28 C, under 2 C short-term change). Feed live fish, shrimp, lean meat, organs; occasionally fruit/veg; adults get some prepared food.
How does a cat show that it hates its owner?
Signs a cat hates its owner include ignoring commands, refusing petting, toileting outside the box, destroying furniture, and biting hard. Rebellious cats may retaliate—e.g., toileting on the bed—when scolded or unmet. Some become aggressive and attack.
Is a parrot afraid of cats? Does it need warmth? Why does it breathe through its mouth? Does it need a nest? Does it sleep standing? What if it bites? Why does its head drop when flying?
Answers: parrots fear cats, so keep cats away to avoid stress; they feel cold, so warm them in low temperatures; mouth breathing is from a stuffy nose due to cold or heat relief; they need a breeding box only when breeding, otherwise a cage; they usually sleep standing; biting is from fear, so let them adjust and build trust; a head drop in flight may be a bump causing brief daze, keep watching and see a vet if other signs appear.
My dog has a coin-sized scab; after it mostly fell off the skin is still hard, the hair there thinned, and dandruff-like flakes fall off — what disease is this, urgent help
Black scabs, dandruff, and hair loss are likely from bacterial, fungal, or mite skin infection. Bacteria or fungi cause scabs and post-loss dandruff; parasites like mange mites, scabies, ticks, or fleas cause itching and folliculitis. Environment, poor care, or genetics also contribute. See a vet for scraping and use the right medicine with an Elizabethan collar.
Why do fish bite the tails of their own kind?
Fish bite each other's tails mainly out of territory defense and competition for resources. Strongly territorial fish attack, including tail-biting, to drive off rivals and signal dominance as population density rises.