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My dog suddenly stopped eating; thought it was enteritis, treatment helped a bit but then it stopped eating and became very weak, couldn’t walk. Blood test showed a sudden drop in red blood cells; it just got a transfusion.
Low red-cell count can come from anemia, poor nutrition, toxins, infection, or disease; causes include internal bleeding or chronic illness. Further tests are needed. Ingested drugs/toxins or distemper can also lower red cells and appetite.
My dog’s spay incision keeps bleeding heavily—I can see blood soaking through the surgical wrap.
Bleeding the day of surgery is usually from poor suturing; bleeding days later suggests infection. Either way, persistent post-op bleeding needs a vet promptly to stop it and treat the cause, avoiding blood loss.
My dog is passing blood in its stool and won’t eat; it got chilled during the recent cold snap and has a cough.
Blood in the stool and loss of appetite can be caused by gastroenteritis, intestinal scratches, pancreatitis, parasites, poisoning, or viral disease. Take your dog to a vet for diagnosis; if it isn't vaccinated, infectious disease should be the first suspect and prompt care is important.
Dog’s back-to-tail area severely loses hair with dandruff, itches and bites its back/thighs, wipes face with paws, sticky bloodless wounds on neck. What to do?
The dog shows pyoderma with hair loss, dandruff, itch; likely parasites, bacteria, or fungi. Get a skin scrape at a vet to confirm; timely treatment prevents worsening.
What are the signs of a dog losing too much blood?
Too much blood loss shows fast heartbeat, rapid breathing, pale gums, blue lips and tongue, low spirits, fatigue, low temperature, weak legs, inability to rise. Stop bleeding and go to a vet at once; transfusion is usually needed to restore blood.
Why Won’t My Blood Parrot Cichlid Eat?
A blood parrot cichlid may stop eating because it rejects a new food, is stressed by fright, has enteritis, or lives in dirty water. Rule out the simple causes first, then treat illness or improve water quality.
My cat used to eat a lot, but after 15 days of boarding he’s lost a lot of weight, won’t eat or drink, has bloody diarrhea, is lethargic, curls up in bed, and his nose is dry and pale.
Based on your description, the symptoms after boarding — weight loss, no eating/drinking, bloody diarrhea, lethargy, dry pale nose — may reflect a secondary disease from lowered immunity. Intestinal bleeding or anemia is possible, so see a vet promptly given the severity.
My cat suddenly lost a patch of fur, and the exposed skin has bloody scabs
Hair loss with scabs may be dermatitis, ringworm, bacterial or parasite infection—all with shedding and crusting. Shave fur around the spot, apply antibacterial/anti-inflammatory medication and an Elizabethan collar to stop scratching. If no improvement, see a vet for blood and skin secretion tests.
Why does an Exotic Shorthair have bloody stool?
Bloody stool in an Exotic Shorthair can be digestive problems like infection or ulcer, or parasite infection, abdominal trauma, or tumors. With other signs like vomiting, poor appetite, or weight loss, take it to the vet, who can test the stool and examine to find the cause and treat it.
What Causes Swim Bladder Disorder in Blood Parrot Cichlids and How to Treat It?
Swim bladder disorder is common in blood parrot cichlids; signs include lying on the side or upside down, floating or sinking. What causes it and how to treat it? Learn with our team.