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How to tell a dog is calcium deficient?
Puppy deficiency shows double rows of teeth, bowed legs, stunting, weakness; adults show lethargy, poor appetite, hind-leg paralysis, spasms, dull coat; lactating mothers get post-whelp seizures needing urgent care.
What happens if a dog eats a ring?
A small plain ring may pass on its own in a large dog, but a big one can lodge in the throat causing cough and breathing trouble. Sharp decorations may tear the intestine, so see a vet.
What happens if a dog eats shrimp?
Dogs can eat shrimp; it provides protein and minerals that improve health, but some are allergic and need a vet if itching or breathing trouble appears. Shells and sharp parts may cause blockage or mouth/throat injury, so watch for symptoms.
My dog had a slight fever that went down, now listless, not eating, and sometimes trembling.
Listlessness, fever, and poor appetite signal disease; trembling may be from cold or pain. Check for vomiting, diarrhea, runny nose, cough, or breathing trouble and see a vet if found. Offer favorite food and probiotics, and keep warm; trembling when warm suggests pain needing prompt diagnosis.
What does a dog allergy look like?
Allergies are acute or chronic. Acute: facial swelling, edema, itchy skin, hives, severe breathing trouble or shock. Chronic: vomiting, diarrhea, itching, hair loss, ear inflammation. Mild cuts the source and self-heals.
What if a dog is allergic to food?
Food allergy causes swollen mouth, red eyes, itchy skin, rashes; severe throat swelling leads to breathing trouble. Stop the food and see a vet if serious.
What if a dog eats tomatoes?
A little cooked tomato is fine, but too much or raw tomato causes poisoning from alkaloids and atropine: drooling, pain, lethargy, breathing trouble.
What happens if you feed a dog raw chicken heads?
Chicken heads are bony, low-meat, hard to digest, and may lodge in the throat or gut causing breathing trouble, gagging, appetite loss. Experienced dogs that spit bones may eat sparingly. Prefer chicken breast.
How to treat a dog’s cold?
Give pet cold and anti-inflammatory medicine; for fever, wipe paw pads, belly, and ears with alcohol to cool down. Rest and clear nasal discharge to aid breathing. If no improvement in 3 to 5 days, check for distemper or kennel cough.
What Happens If a Hamster Gets Too Fat?
An overweight hamster strains its heart and becomes less agile, affecting play, eating, and grooming. It also overheats easily and may develop diabetes or fatty liver.