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Necrobacillosis in Dogs and Cats: Symptoms, Treatment, and Prevention
Necrobacillosis is a chronic, sporadic infectious disease of livestock and pets caused by Fusobacterium necrophorum, marked by necrosis of the hooves, subcutaneous tissue, or digestive-tract mucosa. It can spread to internal organs (liver, lungs) forming necrotic foci, and sometimes causes oral or mammary necrosis.
Coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10) for Dogs and Cats: Supporting Heart Health
Coenzyme Q10 is a compound central to energy production in heart muscle and an antioxidant that helps neutralize free radicals. As an adjunct to veterinary care, it is commonly used to support pets with heart disease, especially seniors and small-breed dogs at higher risk.
What causes a cat to tear up or have watery eyes?
Tearing in cats can stem from many issues, including ingrown eyelashes, conjunctivitis, viral infection, blocked tear ducts, foreign-object irritation, or diet. Treatment depends on the underlying cause, so identifying it is key. Cats that frequently eat salty, oily food may also tear more, so managing their diet helps.
My 8-year-old cat is coughing with rapid breathing and was given meloxicam and doxycycline — what should I do?
The X-ray shows thickened lung markings suggesting pneumonia, and the heart is displaced upward, raising concern for pneumothorax or heart disease. Further imaging such as a culture and echocardiogram is needed to confirm the cause and guide targeted treatment, including the most effective medication found through sensitivity testing.
Why do dogs get cataracts?
Cataracts mainly come from aging, genetics, eye trauma, or secondary disease such as diabetes and uveitis.
Why does my cat vomit and have diarrhea after deworming medicine?
Mild vomiting and diarrhea after a dewormer are common and pass in 2-3 days; severe signs may mean overdose or poisoning and need a vet.
Why shouldn’t you grab a cat’s tail?
A cat's tail is fragile and vital for balance and stability; grabbing it can cause injury and damage the bond with the owner. Avoid grabbing the tail to prevent accidents.
Why Cats Refuse to Drink from Their Water Bowl
Cats naturally drink little because their desert ancestors avoided shared water sources, but chronic low intake raises the risk of urinary and kidney disease. Encouraging hydration through fountains, wet food, and flavored water makes a real difference.
How Much Does It Cost to Keep a Cat in Greece?
Keeping a pet is a long-term commitment of time, energy, and money. This breakdown estimates the lifetime cost of raising an average-sized ordinary cat in Greece, from kitten to senior.
Why You Rarely See Cats Die of Old Age at Home
Many people notice that aging dogs and cats often leave home before they die, so their owners rarely witness them pass of old age. This behavior is widely seen as the animal's way of sparing its owner distress.